Business Process Owner

Company :

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd

At Sime Industrial, we are modernising the way we work to prepare for a digital future, one that enhances both the Customer and Employee Experience. We will achieve this through a multiyear ERP transformation program then an ongoing governance model post implementation, focused on simplifying, standardising and strengthening the way we operate across our Caterpillar dealerships.

We are seeking an experienced Business Process Owner to join the

Business Process Excellence team in a permanent, full-time role to serve as the strategic process owner for the finance stream.

In this role, you will provide governance, direction and support across end-to-end finance processes, ensuring they are aligned to both program objectives and future business needs.

Working closely with finance leaders across our dealer network, subject matter experts, project teams and key stakeholders, you will drive process standardisation, continuous improvement and business readiness.

What You'll Be Doing:

• •Serve as the primary business process owner for the finance stream, ensuring business priorities and process outcomes are aligned.
• •Own and govern end-to-end finance processes, ensuring consistency, effectiveness and alignment to organisational objectives.
• •Define and drive the future direction of finance processes, balancing operational requirements, compliance obligations and strategic priorities.
• •Partner with Finance leaders, subject matter experts and program teams to identify opportunities for process optimisation and standardisation.
• •Review and prioritise process-related initiatives, enhancements and change requests impacting finance operations.
• •Act as the key escalation point for process risks, issues, dependencies and stakeholder concerns.
• •Establish and monitor process performance measures, driving accountability and a process-centric culture across the organisation.
• •Provide direction and guidance to process design and BPE teams to ensure solutions align with the future-state operating model.
• •Maintain visibility of key risks, issues and dependencies, ensuring appropriate governance and decision-making occurs.
• •Champion continuous improvement, capability development and effective process adoption across the business.

What You'll Bring:

• •Demonstrated experience in process ownership, business process management (BPM), product ownership or large-scale business transformation programs.
• •Strong understanding of finance processes, governance frameworks, controls, process design and continuous improvement principles.
• •Experience partnering with Finance leaders and stakeholders to drive process standardisation and operational excellence.
• •Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build alignment across diverse business groups and geographic locations.
• •Experience working within D365 Financial systems.
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to assess impacts, manage risks and make informed decisions.
• •The resilience and adaptability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities and drive outcomes through change.
• •Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage, influence and challenge constructively at all levels of the organisation.
• •Relevant tertiary qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Who are we and why work with us?

Sime is a partner of choice for some of the world’s best brands in the Industrial and Motors sectors. With operations in 17 countries and territories and a strong footprint in Asia Pacific, we continue to grow, delivering sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high-performance standards and good corporate governance.

When you join our team at Sime Industrial, you’ll benefit from:

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – We prioritise your well-being with flexible working hours and hybrid office and work from home arrangements.

• •Innovation & Improvement – We drive continuous improvement through dedicated initiatives, and embrace technological advancements to stay at the forefront of our industry.
• •Career Development: You are provided with continuous learning and development opportunities, opportunities to attend relevant conferences and industry events, and incredible growth opportunities through our Sime network.

• •Health & Wellbeing Support – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• •Financial Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of other benefits to support your financial wellbeing including salary continuance insurance protection insurance, paid parental leave, discounts at major retailers just to name a few!

Interested? Here’s What’s Next:

If you’re interested in growing your career with a large, diverse organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

• 📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
• 📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
• 👤 Contact: Megan Reidy – megan.reidy@hastingsdeering.com.au

Sime Industrial follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.