Senior Consultant - Finance - Business Consulting

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in Melbourne to deliver finance transformation projects and enable digital finance solutions. This role requires 3–5 years of experience in finance or consulting, strong analytical skills, and hands-on experience with finance systems like SAP. The ideal candidate enjoys collaboration and makes a measurable impact through finance transformation. The firm offers competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in finance, consulting, or transformation roles.
• Hands-on experience with finance system implementations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver impactful finance transformation projects.
• Enable digital finance solutions through system implementations.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to EY’s growth.

Skills

Finance processes understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Finance related degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft tools

Power BI

Job description

Senior Consultant - Finance - Business Consulting

Location: Melbourne

Other locations: Anywhere in Country

Date: 21 Sept 2025

Requisition ID: 1618602

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Senior Consultant – Business Consulting

The opportunity

As a Senior Consultant in EY’s Finance Consulting team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of Australia’s leading organisations and CFOs to help them reimagine their finance function. From designing future-state operating models to implementing cutting-edge technology and improving data-driven decision-making, you'll be at the heart of delivering strategic finance solutions.

You’ll be part of a high-performing team helping clients improve performance, efficiency, and resilience across the finance lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about problem-solving, enjoys working in collaborative environments, and wants to make a measurable impact through finance transformation. This position is available in both Naarm (Melbourne) and Warrang (Sydney).

Your key responsibilities

• Deliver impactful finance transformation projects by supporting assessments, process mapping, operating model design, and business case development across core finance functions such as Record-to-Report, FP&A, and Procure-to-Pay.
• Enable digital finance solutions through hands-on involvement in system implementations and initiatives involving RPA, AI, and finance data strategy, working closely with clients, vendors, and cross-functional EY teams.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to EY’s growth by presenting insights and recommendations, supporting business development efforts, and participating in knowledge-sharing and continuous learning initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

• 3–5 years’ experience in finance, consulting, or transformation roles within professional services or industry, with a strong understanding of finance processes such as P2P, R2R, FP&A, and costing.
• Hands-on experience with finance system implementations (e.g., SAP, Microsoft, Blackline, Tagetik) and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Power BI or other analytics tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently or in teams. One of the sectors we work with is the Australian Federal Government and as such Australian Citizenship is preferred.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• A finance related degree
• Qualifications such as CA, CPA or progress toward preferred

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape!We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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