Purchase to Pay - Subject Matter Expert

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is Aotearoa’s leading university and largest research institution, ranked in the Global top 100.  We employ over 9,000 staff and support 50,000 students to achieve their ambitions. With annual revenue of $1.6 billion and a $5 billion balance sheet, the University is a large and complex organisation. As one of New Zealand’s most enduring brands, the University leads the way in teaching and research excellence positively impacting the lives of its people, communities and society at large.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

12-Month fixed term

The University of Auckland is undertaking a major Finance Transformation Programme to modernise finance systems and redesign core processes. The Purchase to Pay Subject Matter Expert plays a key role in ensuring future‑state solutions are practical, compliant and meets business needs.

Working as part of the Finance Transformation Programme, you will bring deep end‑to‑end Purchase to Pay expertise in the University context to support business requirements gathering, process design, system selection and implementation and testing. Partnering closely with Business Analysts, programme teams, vendors and business stakeholders, you will ensure operational, control and user requirements are accurately captured and embedded.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert end‑to‑end Purchase to Pay process knowledge to the Finance Transformation Programme
• Documenting and validating business requirements, user stories and fit‑gap analysis
• Supporting current and future‑state process mapping and redesign
• Contributing to RFP evaluation, vendor demonstrations and solution design decisions
• Supporting implementation, testing and go‑live readiness activities
• Working with stakeholders to support adoption, training and post‑go‑live support

This is a 12-Month Fixed-Term, full-time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday).

The salary range is $62,000-$74,000 pa plus benefits including super and 5 weeks annual leave.

For more information, please see Position Description 

He kōrero mōu | About You

You are an experienced Purchase to Pay practitioner who understands how processes, controls, systems and user needs come together in a University context. You are comfortable working in a transformation environment and enjoy translating operational knowledge into practical solutions.

You bring strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively across finance, technology and programme teams.

You will bring:

• Proven experience working across end‑to‑end Purchase to Pay processes in a University.
• Experience with finance systems or ERP platforms in complex organisations
• The ability to document, analyse and improve business processes
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders
• A structured, pragmatic approach to problem‑solving and change
• An interest in process improvement, automation and finance transformation

Exposure to large transformation programmes, ERP implementations or AP automation is advantageous, as is experience in the tertiary or public sector.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

We offer you more than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world-class educational institution.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home if feasible, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

 For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply 

Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of Wednesday 6th May, 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.  

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz