Project Manager - ESKER (Procure to Pay and Order to Cash)

Esker Project Manager (Contract)

About the Company

Our client, Alsco Uniforms, is one of Australia's leading providers of uniforms, linen, commercial floor mats, first aid kits, washroom hygiene services and scenting solutions. With more than 60 years of experience, 27 branches nationwide, and over 48,000 satisfied clients, Alsco has built a reputation for delivering reliable, cost-effective and tailored service solutions across Australia.

Employing more than 2,200 people nationally, Alsco partners with organisations of all sizes to provide essential workplace products and services that help businesses operate efficiently and safely.

The Opportunity

Alsco is seeking an experienced Esker Project Manager to join the business on an initial contract assignment. Reporting to senior business stakeholders, you will be responsible for driving the successful embedding and optimisation of the Esker Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platform while preparing the organisation for the implementation of the Esker Order-to-Cash (Accounts Receivable) module scheduled for 2027.

This role will work closely with internal finance, IT and operational teams, as well as external implementation partners, to ensure the project delivers its intended business outcomes and user adoption goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the ongoing rollout, embedding and optimisation of the Esker Procure-to-Pay solution.

Coordinate and manage relationships with implementation partners, vendors and internal stakeholders.

Drive project governance, planning, risk management and stakeholder communications.

Ensure project milestones, budgets and deliverables are achieved.

Facilitate business process transformation and user adoption initiatives.

Work closely with Finance and IT teams to support system integrations and operational readiness.

Develop plans and readiness activities for the upcoming Esker Order-to-Cash implementation.

Manage project reporting and provide regular updates to executive stakeholders.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

Proven experience as a Project Manager leading Esker implementations.

Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Order-to-Cash (O2C) business processes.

Experience delivering finance systems, ERP or business transformation projects.

Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Experience managing third-party implementation partners and cross-functional teams.

Strong project governance, planning and delivery capabilities.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Highly Desirable

Previous experience delivering or managing an Esker Procure-to-Pay implementation.

Experience with Esker Order-to-Cash or other Accounts Receivable automation platforms.

Background working with finance transformation, automation or ERP-enabled projects.

Experience within a multi-site or national operational business.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead a high-profile finance transformation initiative.

Exposure to a nationally recognised organisation and executive stakeholders.

Long-term contract potential, including involvement in the 2027 Order-to-Cash rollout.

Sydney-based contract opportunity with flexible working arrangements.

Desired Skills and Experience

Senior Project Manager - Esker Transformation Program (Contract)

Drive a Business-Critical Finance Transformation Initiative

* Are you an experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering Esker implementations?

* Do you enjoy leading complex finance transformation programs that deliver measurable business outcomes?

This is an opportunity to join a large, well-established Australian organisation with a national footprint and a commitment to innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement. With a significant investment in finance automation underway, they are seeking a seasoned contractor to lead the next phase of their Esker journey.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of embedding and optimising an existing Esker Procure-to-Pay (P2P) implementation while laying the foundations for the rollout of the Esker Order-to-Cash (Accounts Receivable) solution commencing in 2027.

Working closely with executive finance leaders, IT stakeholders and implementation partners, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the technology delivers lasting business benefits and user adoption.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the ongoing optimisation and embedding of the Esker Procure-to-Pay platform.

Drive project governance, planning, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Coordinate internal business teams and external implementation partners.

Ensure project milestones, budgets and deliverables are achieved.

Facilitate change management and user adoption initiatives.

Partner with Finance and IT teams to support integrations and operational readiness.

Develop and execute plans for the upcoming Esker Order-to-Cash implementation.

Provide regular reporting and updates to executive stakeholders.

About You

You will bring a combination of strong project delivery capabilities and hands-on experience within finance systems transformation environments.

Essential

Proven Project Management experience delivering complex business or finance transformation projects.

Ideally previous experience leading or managing an Esker implementation.

Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.

Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Experience managing third-party vendors and system implementation partners.

Ability to influence and drive outcomes across cross-functional teams.

Highly Desirable

Experience with Esker Order-to-Cash (Accounts Receivable).

Background in ERP, automation or digital finance transformation programs.

Experience within large, multi-site organisations.

Finance or accounting systems implementation experience.

What's in it for You?

High-profile transformation program with executive visibility.

Opportunity to shape the future state of a growing finance function.

Long-term contract potential with involvement across multiple workstreams.

Flexible, collaborative and outcome-focused environment.

Competitive daily rate.

If you've successfully delivered Esker projects and are looking for a contract opportunity where you can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Darren Farmeary via Sign in to view email for a confidential discussion.