Head of Business Performance & Continuous Improvement

Melbourne Temporary View Job Description
As the Head of Business Planning, Performance & Continuous Improvement, you will drive business performance across a growing technology organisation. Partnering with senior leaders, you will lead reporting, FP&A, business improvement and systems initiatives, delivering insights that support decision-making, improve operational efficiency and align strategic priorities with measurable outcomes.
  • $180,000-215,000 + Superannuation, Contract to Perm
  • Melbourne CBD, Hybrid Working Arrangement

About Our Client

Join a fast-paced technology organisation where innovation, agility and continuous improvement sit at the heart of the business. Operating in a rapidly evolving market, the company is investing heavily in growth, systems and capability, creating a unique opportunity to influence performance, drive change and make a lasting impact.

Job Description

The role will include but not be limited to:

  • Partner with finance and operational leaders to establish performance priorities aligned to strategic and commercial objectives.
  • Lead the development and enhancement of management reporting, KPIs and dashboards, providing meaningful insights to support decision-making.
  • Support the budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes, ensuring alignment between financial targets and operational performance.
  • Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and areas for performance improvement.
  • Drive business performance initiatives, translating analysis into actionable recommendations that improve profitability, efficiency and growth.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to improve reporting capabilities, data quality and the consistency of business information.
  • Support finance systems initiatives, including system enhancements, reporting automation, process optimisation and the implementation of new tools and technologies.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects across finance and business operations, streamlining processes and enhancing decision support capabilities.
  • Monitor key performance metrics and project outcomes, providing regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Develop and maintain robust reporting frameworks, governance processes and performance management disciplines to support scalable business growth.

The Successful Applicant

  • Strong FP&A experience across budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting and commercial analysis.
  • The ability to translate financial and operational data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
  • Experience developing reporting frameworks, KPIs and dashboards that support effective decision-making.
  • A track record of driving business performance, process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Exposure to finance systems, ERP enhancements and reporting transformation projects.
  • Well-developed stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and partner across all levels of the organisation.
  • A proactive, commercially minded approach with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.
  • CA/CPA qualifications and experience within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment highly regarded.

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working environment offering flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to work alongside a high-calibre leadership team within a collaborative and high-performing culture.
  • Immediate start available, with the ability to make a meaningful impact from day one.
  • Broad exposure to business performance, finance transformation, systems initiatives and strategic decision-making.
  • Strong potential for future career growth as the organisation continues its investment in capability, technology and expansion.



Contact
Matthew Roberts
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7140013
Phone number
+(61) 466534135

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Financial, Planning & Analysis
Industry
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Matthew Roberts
Consultant phone
+(61) 466534135
Job Reference
JN-112026-7140013

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.