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<\/p>\r\nPowering Finance Transformations & Building High-Performance Finance Teams<\/h2>\r\n
From ERP transformation leadership to operational excellence, we connect organisations with finance professionals who drive real business impact. Whether you’re building your finance leadership team, planning for systems changes, or need operational support, we deliver results that drive business success.<\/p>\r\n
Immediate support needed?<\/strong> Call us directly<\/a> to discuss your urgent finance recruitment requirements.<\/p>\r\n Behind these numbers are real stories of successful placements.\u00a0For mission-critical positions, our retained service has a flawless 100% success rate-delivering results every time.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n We don’t just fill roles – we partner with finance leaders to build teams that deliver transformation success and operational excellence.<\/p>\r\n Transformation Expertise<\/strong> Real transformations. Real results. Real partnerships with leading Australian organisations.<\/p>\r\n Government \u2022 Financial Services<\/p>\r\n Situation<\/strong> Outcome<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Ryan Spiller, Senior Manager FBP at APRA about Sarah Purdue, Senior Divisional Manager<\/p>\r\n Healthcare \u2022 5,000 Employees<\/p>\r\n Situation<\/strong> Outcome<\/strong><\/p>\r\n rom transformation leadership to operational excellence, we cover the full spectrum of finance and accounting roles, including:<\/p>\r\n Candidate<\/p>\r\n Big thanks to Tom who assisted with placing me with a manager and organisation that was in line with what I was looking for. Tom took the time to keep me informed and updated with the process. I’ve worked with numerous recruiters and can honestly say that Tom’s professionalism and support throughout the process was seamless. Would I recommend Tom’s services to a potential employer to engage in his unique skillset, absolutely \u2013 without hesitation. I have found myself also recommending Tom to potential candidates to contact him, which is a testament to the great experience I had with Tom. Great Job Tom! It’s a 10 out of 10 from me\ud83d\ude01<\/p>\r\n Payroll Team Leader<\/p>\r\n Linen Services<\/p>\r\n Candidate<\/p>\r\n I would like to express my gratitude to Tom, my recruiter, for his exceptional assistance in swiftly securing a job for me. The whole process took less than a week.<\/p>\r\n His professionalism and efficiency made the entire process remarkably smooth. I highly recommend Tom for his outstanding support and commitment to helping others succeed in their career endeavors.<\/p>\r\n Payroll Manager<\/p>\r\n Peter Mac<\/p>\r\n Client<\/p>\r\n \u201cRaelene keeps outstanding communications, delivers fast and take on board client\u2019s needs and feedback.\u201d<\/p>\r\n Jimena<\/p>\r\n Head Of HR<\/p>\r\n Candidate<\/p>\r\n \u201cI had a fantastic experience with Raelene. Her assistance and guidance were invaluable throughout my job search – from securing interviews to signing the work contract and even ongoing follow-ups after successful onboarding. Raelene\u2019s approach was spot-on; she assessed my background and strengths in the context of the role her client aimed to fill. This set her apart, as other recruiters often reach out without considering role requirements. Her thoughtful and effective questions showed Raelene\u2019s understanding of JDs and organisations. A definite positive feedback from me!\u201d<\/p>\r\n Rachel<\/p>\r\n Corporate Accountant<\/p>\r\n Client<\/p>\r\n Jane is a fantastic recruiter. She is responsive and has fantastic communication and follow up throughout the recruitment process.<\/p>\r\n Fiona<\/p>\r\n Senior Human Resources Business Partner<\/p>\r\n Candidate<\/p>\r\n Jane is the best recruiter I could have ever wished for. She is so professional and very helpful. She has helped me out alot and I appreciate her and Bluefin so much.- \u2013<\/p>\r\n Eleni<\/p>\r\n Financial Accountant<\/p>\r\n We understand the unique challenges and requirements across different sectors:<\/p>\r\n Complex award structures, compliance requirements, and transformation programs like APRA’s ERP implementation.<\/p>\r\n Award compliance, complex payroll systems, and large-scale transformations across hospital networks and healthcare providers.<\/p>\r\n Regulatory requirements, risk management, and technology transformations across banks, insurance, and financial institutions.<\/p>\r\n Academic calendars, research funding, and complex organizational structures requiring specialized finance expertise.<\/p>\r\n Business transformation, growth funding, and operational finance across diverse commercial enterprises.<\/p>\r\n High-growth environments, funding rounds, and scaling finance operations in dynamic technology companies.<\/p>\r\n Deep Finance Expertise<\/strong> Senior Account Manager – Payroll Accounting & Finance<\/a><\/p>\r\n With 9 years of experience in payroll recruitment, Tom is known for delivering results. He also brings hands on industry knowledge from his time working with an outsourced payroll provider.<\/p>\r\n Senior Manager, Accounting & Finance, Australia Accounting & Finance<\/a><\/p>\r\n Sarah is a highly experienced and accomplished recruitment consultant with over 16 years of experience in the industry.<\/p>\r\n Account Director, Accounting & Finance, Australia Accounting & Finance<\/a><\/p>\r\n Jane has worked across the Finance & Accounting market for the past 20 years making her an expert in her field.<\/p>\r\n If you\u2019re hiring finance professionals outdated salary data could be costing you candidates, and time. Our Australia Finance Salary Guide 2025 reveals that specialist accounting roles are taking 2-4 weeks longer to fill than generalist ones. Why? Because employers are underestimating what it takes to attract talent with hybrid skills like Finance + ESG, Tax\u2026 Read More \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n Digital transformation and AI projects promise faster processes, smarter decisions, and better customer experiences. But here’s the catch: even with AI, none of that happens without the right people in the right roles at the right time. In this blog we cover how to recruit AI and tech talent for transformation projects, speed up your\u2026 Read More \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n Leading digital transformation in Australia? The technology may be new, but the data and AI hiring challenges aren\u2019t. If you recruited data scientists in 2015, led cloud migrations in 2010, or built ML teams in 2018-you\u2019ve seen this before. Here\u2019s what 20+ years of data transformation hiring has taught us about navigating digital transformation\u2019s most\u2026 Read More \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Accounting and Finance Recruitment Submit a Finance Vacancy Talk to a Finance Recruiter Powering Finance Transformations & Building High-Performance Finance Teams From ERP transformation leadership to operational excellence, we connect organisations with finance professionals who drive real business impact. 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Nearly all candidates we place remain in their roles beyond the first year.<\/h4>\r\n
98% Offer-to-Placement Ratio:<\/h3>\r\n
Our placements align so well with client needs that 98% recieve offers.<\/h4>\r\n
2 Week Time to Fill<\/h3>\r\n
On average, we fill permanent roles within 3-5 weeks and contract roles in just 2 weeks<\/h4>\r\n
Why Finance Leaders Choose Bluefin Resources<\/h2>\r\n
Specialists in ERP finance transformation, system implementations, and change management roles across SAP, Oracle Fusion, and SuccessFactors. Speed & Quality<\/strong>
Fill permanent roles in 3-5 weeks, contracts in 2 weeks. Our 40+ years combined experience ensures every placement drives impact. Strategic Partnership<\/strong>
We work as an extension of your team, anticipating resourcing needs and ensuring cultural and technical fit across all levels. Proven Results<\/strong>
99% retention rate and 98% offer-to-placement ratio. Our candidates stay, perform, and drive business success. ![\"Accouting](\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/bluefin-resources-2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Accouting-Finance_Proven-History.jpg\" "\\"Accouting")
<\/p>\r\nProven Success Stories<\/h2>\r\n
Finance Transformation<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n
APRA needed specialist finance professionals for their greenfield ERP Finance Transformation program, requiring Oracle Fusion expertise and transformation leadership. Solution<\/strong>
Partnered directly with CFO and finance leadership to deliver end-to-end recruitment across transformation and operational roles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
“Sarah was standout throughout my job search. She was genuine, approachable, and incredibly intuitive when it came to knowing me and not just my resume.”<\/h2>\r\n
Payroll Transformation<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n
Major payroll transformation to SAP and SuccessFactors for 5,000 healthcare employees, requiring specialists with complex award compliance expertise. Solution<\/strong>
Recruited complete transformation team from Head of People Systems to ECP specialists, providing ongoing support throughout implementation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Specialist Finance & Accounting Roles We Cover<\/h2>\r\n
What candidates and clients \u2028
say about Bluefin Resources<\/h2>\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a3258aace0b3531998a19fb377225cd6?s=40&d=mm&r=g\")
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Industry Expertise<\/h2>\r\n
Government & Public Sector<\/h4>\r\n
Healthcare<\/h4>\r\n
Financial Services<\/h4>\r\n
Higher Education<\/h4>\r\n
Corporate & Commercial<\/h4>\r\n
Technology & Innovation<\/h4>\r\n
The Bluefin Advantage<\/h2>\r\n
Our team combines 60+ years of recruitment experience with genuine understanding of finance transformation challenges, ERP implementations, and operational finance needs. Transformation Specialists<\/strong>
Proven track record in ERP finance transformations, system implementations, and change management across Oracle Fusion, SAP, SuccessFactors, and other major platforms. Speed & Precision<\/strong>
Leverage our established networks to fill roles quickly without compromising on quality. Our 99% retention rate proves we get it right the first time. True Partnership<\/strong>
We work as an extension of your finance leadership team, understanding your culture, challenges, and strategic objectives to deliver lasting results. Proven Results<\/strong>
Our numbers speak for themselves: 99% retention rate, 98% offer-to-placement ratio, and 100% retained search success rate across finance transformations. Market Intelligence<\/strong>
Stay ahead with our insights on finance market trends, salary benchmarking<\/a>, and transformation best practices from our successful client partnerships.<\/p>\r\nOur expert Accounting and Finance team<\/h2>\r\n
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<\/a><\/p>\r\nTom Powell<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
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<\/a><\/p>\r\nSarah Purdue<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
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<\/a><\/p>\r\nJane Hughes<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Why Finance Roles Are Taking Longer to Fill, and What Salary Data Tells Us About It<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
November 4, 2025<\/h5>\r\n
Why Digital Transformation Recruitment Is Different<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
October 24, 2025<\/h5>\r\n
Data & AI Recruitment for Digital Transformation: Why 2025\u2019s Hiring Challenges Feel Familiar<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
October 7, 2025<\/h5>\r\n