Head of Finance Change & Innovation

• Melbourne, Victoria | RACV Head Office
• Permanent Full Time | Hybrid Working (4 days a week in office)
• A Competitive Salary | Discounts on Selected RACV Products
• New Senior Finance Leadership role – be a key part of an exciting finance transformation

Great things start here

RACV is an organisation that’s broader and bigger than you think. Beyond the trusted roadside assistance and insurance lines, and significant portfolio of Travel and Leisure experiences, RACV is also one of the biggest installers of Solar energy in Victoria, and it’s a much broader organisation outside of the RACV brand and outside of Victoria with numerous Australian and international subsidiaries and associates. At its core, RACV is the largest member organisation in Victoria, and we’re trusted to be there for our over 2 million members.

About the Opportunity

As Head of Finance Change & Innovation, you will bring your experience as a strategic finance transformation leader to drive finance process automation and enhance digital capabilities. Acting as the Oracle Fusion Product Owner, you will define what to build for maximum business impact, champion the voice of the customer, and embed innovation and agility across the finance function.

You are an experienced strategic finance transformation leader, known for bridging technology and change at ease across a multitude of key business stakeholders. You will have deep expertise in finance and finance systems with a product owner mindset, spot high-impact productivity opportunities and build high performing teams that foster innovation.

Reporting to the GM Finance Transformation, this role is crucial to ensuring RACV’s finance transformation efforts are strategically aligned, adequately resourced and deliver measurable value. This is an opportunity make your mark and be part of an exciting finance transformation where you can influence the future of finance technology, championing a culture that balances stability with bold innovation.

Come along for a new journey

You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our Finance team delivers exceptional service. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll be doing:

• Shape the Finance roadmap Define and secure endorsement for multi-year process, automation, and digital capability plans with CFO and Finance Leadership.
• Champion innovation Drive high-impact automation, AI, and emerging tech opportunities to boost efficiency and control.
• Lead integration Oversee incorporation of new businesses into finance systems and processes.
• Own transformation portfolio Manage initiative identification, business cases, benefits tracking, prioritising Finance change initiative backlog, and alignment with RACV’s Program Management Framework.
• Lead finance change initiatives:  Fostering a “Finance Product Owner” mindset to drive culture of innovation and agility while ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Governance and compliance Chair process governance forums and ensure adherence to risk and compliance standards.
• Advise and influence Act as trusted advisor bridging technical and business perspectives for senior leaders and project teams.
• Communicate and report and Provide executive-level updates on pipeline health, ROI, adoption, and forward-looking roadmaps. Develop targeted communication and engagement strategies to foster buy-in.
• Lead and develop team Coach and grow a high-performing team, fostering innovation, accountability, and professional development.

What you’ll need to be successful

• Postgraduate qualification or professional certification (MBA, CA/CPA or equivalent)
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Accounting or related field
• Demonstrated experience 10+ years leading large-scale change and transformation in a finance or corporate environment, with at least 5+ years in senior leadership
• Proven ability to gain endorsements for multi-year finance transformation roadmaps and deliver large-scale benefit portfolios
• Proven track record of building and leading high-performing change and innovation teams in large, complex organisations
• Prosci, Lean Six Sigma or similar certification desirable
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or member-based organisations desirable

There’s so much on offer when you join RACV with benefits including

• Our flexible and informal work environment which helps bring balance between work and home.
• Generous discounts on home and car insurance policies and RACV roadside care
• Great discounts across all RACV resorts
• Discounts from corporate partners that are updated monthly.

Our difference

At RACV, we believe that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace is an important element in our continued success. We want our people to feel welcome, supported and appreciated for who they are and what they bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and/or the role, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know.

Application Process

Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check.