About the role
The Technology Finance Operations Specialist is responsible for the effective financial management and optimisation of SJGHC technology expenditure across cloud, on-premises infrastructure, software, SaaS, AI, licensing and managed services.
Working closely with technology and business stakeholders, the Technology Finance Operations Specialist will provide critical oversight of technology costs, improve financial transparency and reporting, and drive forecasting accuracy to support strategic decision-making. The position plays a key role in identifying cost optimisation opportunities, managing technology investment planning, and supporting asset lifecycle and contract renewal activities to ensure technology spending delivers maximum value, aligns with organisational objectives, and supports sustainable operational performance.
The role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 38 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
Monitor and analyse technology spend across cloud, infrastructure, software, SaaS, AI, licensing and managed services.
Develop and maintain financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting for technology expenditure.
Identify cost optimisation, savings and efficiency opportunities across technology services and assets.
Partner with Finance, Procurement and Technology teams to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
Analyse software, licensing and cloud utilisation to improve value, performance and compliance.
Support contract renewals, technology lifecycle management and vendor expenditure reviews.
Produce regular FinOps reporting, insights and recommendations to inform decision-making and manage financial risk.
Maintain accurate financial and licensing records while supporting continuous improvement in technology cost governance and controls.
Your skills and experience
You will bring proven experience in technology financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation across cloud and on-premises technology environments. With a strong understanding of infrastructure, software, SaaS, AI, licensing, and managed services expenditure, you will be confident analysing complex financial and utilisation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved efficiency and value.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, together with an understanding of software licensing models and technology commercial frameworks, will be highly regarded.
Able to build strong relationships across Finance, Procurement, and Technology teams, you will have the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights and practical recommendations. Previous Health industry experience will be highly regarded
Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
All applicants are requested to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.
We can offer you
Highly competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience.
Permanent Full Time position
Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
40% Work from Home
Central CBD location close to public transport
The opportunity to work with a passionate, supportive and high-performing team committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for our organisation and the communities we serve.
Position may be filled before closing date if a suitable candidate is identified
Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
Skills Required
- Proven experience in technology financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
- Understanding of infrastructure, software, SaaS, AI, licensing, and managed services expenditure
- Ability to analyze complex financial and utilization data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Ability to build strong relationships across Finance, Procurement, and Technology teams
- Ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights and practical recommendations
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS
- Understanding of software licensing models and technology commercial frameworks
- Previous health industry experience
- Commitment to the organization's mission and values
What We Do
St John of God Health Care is a leading Australian and New Zealand Catholic not-for-profit provider of hospitals, acute and specialist mental-health care, maternity, oncology, orthopaedic services, healthcare at home, disability support and community outreach. The organisation operates 25 facilities with more than 3,200 beds and exists to deliver compassionate, mission-driven care while supporting patients, caregivers and communities with unmet health needs.
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