Job Description
Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.
What you’ll be doing
As our Finance and Procurement Platform Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our core Finance and Procurement systems are stable, well-governed and continuously improving to meet business needs.
Reporting to the Finance and Procurement Platform Owner, you’ll operate as a trusted subject matter expert, partnering closely with Finance, Procurement, Technology teams and external vendors to deliver reliable and scalable platform outcomes.
In this role, you will:
- Act as the SME across Finance and Procurement platforms, including Oracle ERP Cloud and related systems
- Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective technology solutions
- Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives across Finance and Procurement systems
- Investigate and resolve complex system issues, identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions
- Own and deliver smaller enhancement initiatives end-to-end, from requirements through to implementation
- Support larger transformation initiatives by providing subject matter expertise and ensuring alignment to business processes
- Manage relationships with vendors and outsourced support partners to ensure service quality and delivery
- Contribute to platform governance, including access management, controls, audit readiness and compliance
- Support release cycles, upgrades and change management activities
- Drive improved reporting, visibility and platform performance through strong operational governance
You’ll play a critical role in bridging business and technology, ensuring Finance and Procurement platforms support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic objectives.
You’ll be great in this role if you have…
- Experience supporting Finance and/or Procurement systems within a complex organisation
- Strong understanding of Finance or Procurement processes and how they translate into system solutions
- Experience with Oracle ERP Cloud (Finance, Procurement or EPM) or similar enterprise platforms
- Proven ability to analyse business problems and translate them into system requirements and solutions
- Experience working with vendors or outsourced support partners
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex issues through to resolution
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong understanding of governance, controls and system lifecycle processes
Desirable:
- Professional accounting qualification or relevant certifications
- Experience in large or regulated environments
- Exposure to integrations and broader enterprise systems
- Airline or travel industry experience
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):
- Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
- One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
- Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
- Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
- Free counselling and access to a well-being app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
- ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.
When everyone is included, everyone wins
We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.
Ready to apply?
We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.
