Finance ERP Transformation Director, Government & Public Services

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Joining us means becoming part of a Technology and Transformation team that brings challenge, curiosity and edge to every engagement. Working with leading technologies and exceptional people, you will deliver meaningful change for high profile local and international clients. You will help shape the future of digital transformation within a people first culture that is collaborative, innovative and welcoming. At Deloitte, the world’s number one professional services firm, you will tackle complex challenges in an environment where number one never stops challenging.

Why you’ll enjoy this new opportunity?

Join Deloitte’s Government & Public Services team and lead finance transformation at the highest levels of government and public sector organisations. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll shape the future of finance ERP delivery, working with senior stakeholders to modernise how public sector organisations manage their financial operations. You’ll combine strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise, driving end-to-end transformations that deliver measurable impact from process optimisation to technology enablement. If you’re energised by solving complex finance challenges in the public sector, building high-performing teams, and positioning Deloitte as the trusted advisor for finance transformation, this is your opportunity to lead at scale.

Key skills and prior experience that align well with this position:

• Extensive ERP implementation experience with deep expertise in finance modules (Oracle preferred, SAP S/4HANA valued), combined with a fully qualified accountant credential and proven track record in design and implementation within the Government & Public Services sector

• Comprehensive finance domain expertise spanning Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controllership, Treasury, Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR), with demonstrated ability to optimise finance processes and design operating models that drive organisational efficiency

• Proven programme leadership at scale, with significant experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, engaging senior stakeholders, and delivering large-scale transformation projects on time, within scope, and within budget

• Strategic mindset with emerging technology awareness alongside an understanding of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI applications, with a proactive approach to continuous learning and innovation in evolving technology landscapes

What type of work will I be doing?

• Lead and shape the finance ERP offering within the Finance Transformation team for Government & Public Services, setting strategic direction and establishing best practices that differentiate Deloitte’s capability

• Collaborate with ERP technical teams to develop optimal solutions and strategies, ensuring best-fit design and delivery that aligns with client requirements and industry standards

• Provide technical guidance and thought leadership on finance ERP systems and emerging technologies, staying ahead of industry trends and translating complex technical concepts for senior stakeholders

• Manage end-to-end programme delivery spanning requirements gathering, process design, system integration, and change management—leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver transformations on time and within budget

• Engage with senior government stakeholders, understanding their strategic objectives and translating them into finance solutions that drive operational excellence and value

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale finance ERP programmes, balancing competing priorities, managing stakeholder expectations, and maintaining project governance throughout the transformation lifecycle

• Drive finance process optimisation by leveraging your deep expertise in controllership, FP&A, treasury, and accounts functions to design operating models that enhance efficiency and financial control

• Champion innovation and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance finance transformation outcomes and client value

Who is the Hiring Manager?

The hiring manager is a leader within Deloitte’s Finance Transformation practice, recognised for their strategic acumen and ability to build world-class teams that deliver transformational outcomes for government and public sector clients. They are passionate about developing senior talent, fostering a culture of innovation, and creating an environment where technical excellence and client impact are paramount. Their leadership style combines high expectations with genuine investment in professional development, and they are deeply committed to advancing Deloitte’s position as the trusted advisor for public sector finance transformation.

Where is this role based?

We are open to applications for either our Dublin or Cork location and offer a flexible working model that includes hybrid arrangements between office and client sites. For more details on our working approach, please visit our Deloitte Works webpage.

If you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure that any reasonable accommodations are implemented throughout the recruitment and selection process.

What we offer

Your reward at Deloitte is competitive, purpose driven and designed to support your growth. It is more than salary. We invest in your personal and professional development, empower your work life balance and offer benefits that support you at every stage of life. These include health and wellbeing supports, pension and savings options, training and coaching and enhanced leave options.