Manager - Enterprise Planning & Solutions

KPMG are a leading consulting firm specialising in enterprise performance management and analytics solutions. Our mission is to help organisations make smarter, data-driven decisions through innovative planning and forecasting systems. We work with government agencies and major corporations, delivering solutions that transform financial and operational planning processes.

We are seeking a Manager to design, build and support advanced planning and reporting solutions for our clients using IBM Planning Analytics (TM1). This client-facing role focuses on delivering high-quality budgeting, planning and forecasting models that enable better business decisions.

The successful candidate will have strong Planning Analytics skills and ideally will come from a combination of financial management and TM1 technical experience. 

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) models for budgeting, planning, and forecasting.
• Engage directly with clients to gather requirements and translate them into robust solutions.
• Optimise and maintain TM1 applications for performance and scalability.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for client environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions align with business objectives.
• Lead minor engagements, contribute to best practices, and mentor junior team members as you grow in your leadership role.
• Some travel to client sites may be required.

How you are Extraordinary? 

Through your work experience and knowledge in Finance/ Accounting, built over a 5 year period, you have acquired some of the following skills and capabilities: 

• Strong understanding of budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes.
• Excellent client-facing written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Consulting experience (optional but highly regarded).
• Project Management experience (optional and well regard).
• Expertise in IBM Planning Analytics/TM1 (PAW, PAfE, TurboIntegrator, Rules).
• Experience with SQL, Python, or MDX.
• Strong skills in financial modelling, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Advanced spreadsheet, data management, and reporting or visualisation tool skills.

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Australian citizen with current or eligible Australian Government security clearance (we will sponsor clearance).
• IBM Planning Analytics certification.

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.