Group It Finance Manager

EBOS Group Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated Leasing & Corporate Rewards

Employee Share Plan - ASX/NZX equity

Company Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance Discounts

Mental Health Wellbeing

Staff Awards & Referrals

Job summary

EBOS Group Limited is seeking a Finance Manager - Group IT to partner with the CIO and senior stakeholders, leading budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting for IT operating and capital expenditure across multiple locations in Australia, New Zealand and SE Asia.

You will oversee recharge models, cost allocations and governance, while guiding offshore finance analysts and ensuring accurate financial reporting and insights for informed decision making.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 10 years' demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Experience managing operating and capital expenditure within a governance environment.
• Strong analytical capability, financial modelling and Excel skills, with experience using financial or ERP systems.
• Proven ability to partner with non-finance and senior stakeholders in a professional services, IT or project-based environment.
• Experience in IT, technology, digital or project portfolio environment will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting across IT cost centres, operating expenditure and capital expenditure.
• Analyze IT cost drivers, variances and trends, providing insights and recommendations for cost control and optimisation.
• Evaluate IT projects and initiatives through business cases and investment prioritisation.
• Maintain IT recharge models and cost allocations in line with Group Finance policies and governance standards.
• Partner with IT leaders and groups to align project delivery and reporting of IT costs.
• Provide direction and escalation support to the IT finance team and senior stakeholders on financial performance and forecast assumptions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Excel modelling

ERP systems

Stakeholder partnership

Education

tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting/Commerce or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

With over 5,700+ employees in 133 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, EBOS Group positively impacts the lives of millions of people and animals across the communities it serves, every day.

EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands.

EBOS Group is publicly listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the FP&A Manager, the Finance Manager - Group IT will partner with the CIO, IT General Managers and senior stakeholders to support sound financial management and informed decision making across EBOS IT.

This senior role leads budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting across IT operating and capital expenditure, monitors cost drivers and investment performance, maintains recharge and allocation models, and strengthens financial governance. You will also provide direction, oversight and escalation support to a Finance Analyst and Senior Finance Analyst based offshore.

What You Will Do

Lead budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting across IT cost centres, operating expenditure and capital expenditure, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and transparency.

Analyse IT cost drivers, variances and trends, providing clear insights and recommendations to support cost control, optimisation and informed decision making.

Evaluate IT projects and initiatives through business cases, investment prioritisation and benefits analysis.

Maintain IT recharge models and cost allocations in line with agreed methodologies, Group Finance policies and governance standards.

Partner with IT leaders, the Project Management Office, Vendor Management, Accounts Payable and Group Finance to align project delivery, resolve coding issues and ensure accurate classification, allocation and reporting of IT costs.

Provide direction, oversight and escalation support to the IT finance team while engaging senior stakeholders on financial performance, risks, opportunities and forecast assumptions.

What We Are Looking For

A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

At least 10 years' demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.

Experience managing operating and capital expenditure, including accruals, variance analysis and financial reporting, within a structured financial control and governance environment.

Strong analytical capability, financial modelling and Excel skills, with experience using financial or ERP systems and translating complex information into clear insights.

Proven ability to partner with non-finance and senior stakeholders in a professional services, IT or project-based environment, influence without authority and challenge assumptions appropriately.

Experience in an IT, technology, digital or project portfolio environment, project financial management, recharge models or a large complex organisation will be highly regarded.

What Success Looks Like

IT operating and capital expenditure is accurately reported, transparently managed and aligned to business priorities.

Senior IT stakeholders receive clear, commercially sound insights and recommendations on performance, cost drivers, risks, opportunities and investment decisions.

Recharge models, coding governance, allocations and project financial reporting are accurate, consistent and aligned with Group Finance standards.

Financial issues are identified and resolved proactively, commitments are followed through, sensitive information is handled appropriately and the IT finance team receives effective direction and support.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your hard work.

Other benefits include:

• Novated Leasing & Corporate Rewards - Access tax-effective vehicle leasing and a comprehensive cashback program across hundreds of retail, travel, and entertainment brands.
• Employee Share Plan - Build long-term wealth with our ASX/NZX shared equity program.
• Company Paid Parental Leave - Supporting your family with fully paid leave options.
• Health Insurance Discounts - Enjoy reduced corporate rates on private health cover.
• Mental Health Wellbeing - Free, confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Staff Awards & Referrals - Be recognized via our peer rewards and cash referral bonuses.
• And More!

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively strive to build a gender-equitable team and cultivate a culture that embraces individuals from all walks of life. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, and cultures (including First Nations Peoples).

Our commitment to inclusivity extends to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations due to disability, please inform us by reaching out to [e-mail] . We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.