Global Finance Operations Process Automation Lead
At Aristocrat, we are committed to bringing happiness to life through the power of play. We are seeking a driven and innovative Global Finance Operations Process Automation Lead to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to transform our finance operations globally, ensuring flawless execution and world-class efficiency. If you are passionate about automation, process improvement, and making a significant impact, this role is perfect for you!
- Lead global process transformation by conducting end-to-end assessments across Accounts Receivable (AR), with an initial focus, and growing into Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll, and Indirect Sourcing.
- Identify automation opportunities, control enhancements, and workflow improvements to drive operational excellence.
- Build and standardize global process frameworks across different regions.
- Develop and implement automation solutions, including ERP improvements, workflow tools, RPA, and AI-enabled processes.
- Translate business requirements into structured solution builds and partner with IT and external vendors to deploy solutions.
- Support testing, user acceptance, and global rollout of automation initiatives.
- Track measurable impacts such as efficiency gains, cycle time reduction, and quality improvements to ensure successful implementation.
- Redesign AR processes, including billing workflows, cash application, dispute management, and reporting, to improve working capital and operational efficiency.
- Establish baseline benchmarks and measure improvement outcomes.
- Collaborate across global teams, working with AR, AP, Payroll, and Sourcing leaders to facilitate workshops and align future-state processes.
- Influence adoption and change without direct authority, promoting a collaborative and inclusive environment.
- 8+ years of experience in Finance Operations (AR/AP/Payroll) with strong process improvement expertise.
- Deep understanding of end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes.
- Established expertise in applying automation technologies like RPA, workflow systems, ERP improvements, and AI-powered tools.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in global environments.
- Strong analytical skills and experience in building return on investment and value cases.
- Excellent collaborator management and communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience in global shared services or centralized finance environments.
- Preferred: Lean, Six Sigma, or formal process improvement certification.
- Preferred: Hands-on experience with ERP systems and finance automation platforms.
- Preferred: Exposure to working capital optimization initiatives.
- Robust benefits package
- Global career opportunities
