At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World.
It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.
WHY WORK FOR US?
* Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
* Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
* You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
* Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students
The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.
The Finance Change Manager is a key role within the Digital Reimagination (DRI) Program, created to lead change across a major Finance and Payroll transformation. This role is designed to drive business readiness, stakeholder engagement, and adoption of new systems and processes across the finance stream. This role would suit an experienced Change Manager with strong ERP transformation experience, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven ability to deliver large-scale organisational change. The Change and Communications Team is focused on ensuring MACS is fully prepared to realise the benefits of the DRI Program.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
* Work closely with the Finance and Payroll Change and Communications Lead and the Program Change and Communications team to deliver successful change for the Digital Reimagination program.
* Design and develop Change approach and plans for their specific project and lead and deliver all change activities in line with Program Change Strategy and the agreed Change framework.
* Along with the Finance and Payroll Change and Communications Lead and the Program Change and Communications team, effectively manage and collaborate with the project team, business and other relevant stakeholders to undertake change impact assessment to identify impacts and determine scope of change management, including approach, plans, training requirements and schedule for their sub project.
* Support the development and implementation of planned change activities, communications plans and the design and delivery of associated engagement activities for internal and external stakeholders to build awareness and understanding of their project change.
* Work with the Program Change and Communications team to support and deliver the Business Engagement and Change Network sessions to build awareness and understanding of the change.
ABOUT YOU
* Demonstrated knowledge of change management methodologies and evidence-based practices that drive successful business transformation outcomes.
* Extensive experience in planning, executing, and monitoring change management activities across large-scale digital transformation programs. Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA or other ERP finance systems, including understanding of key integration points with procurement, payroll, and reporting functions.
* Understanding of core finance functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Budgeting, and Financial Reporting.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to engage with staff at all levels, facilitate group discussions, and negotiate successful outcomes.
* Strong leadership experience working across multiple stakeholder groups from diverse backgrounds to achieve alignment and commitment to change.
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement capability, including the ability to coordinate and liaise with internal teams, external partners, and Church agencies; collaborate with business and product owners to meet requirements; and build trusted relationships through a strong understanding of stakeholder needs and interests.
HOW TO APPLY
Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email
You will need to provide:
1. An up to-date Resume and
2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages
Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.
Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday, 22 December 2025