Finance Technical Lead – SAP BW HANA

Job Title: Finance Technical Lead – SAP BW HANA Company: Rio Tinto Job Category: SAP ABAP Roles & Responsibilities: * Influence the future of reporting and analytics as Rio Tinto evolves from SAP BW/4HANA to a modern data ecosystem * Provide technical leadership for globally significant Finance initiatives, shaping architecture, design standards and sustainable solutions used by Group Finance teams worldwide * Enjoy the opportunity to work across a highly collaborative global environment, partnering with business stakeholders, project teams and technology specialists About The Role We are looking for an experienced SAP BW HANA lead to help the Finance Domain deliver sustainable, strategic reporting, analytics and planning solutions across our global business. In this role, you will act as the technical authority for the Finance data and analytics platform, guiding solution design, architecture and delivery across global initiatives. Working closely with Group Finance stakeholders, Business Analysts, Project Managers, delivery partners and IS\&T teams, you will help shape the transition to a modern analytics ecosystem. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex business challenges, influencing technical direction and mentoring others while delivering meaningful outcomes for a global organisation. What You’ll Be Doing Reporting to the Manager of Reporting and Analytics, and working in a collaborative, global technology environment within IS\&T, you will * Provide technical leadership and Finance domain expertise to translate reporting, analytics and planning requirements into sustainable solutions * Define solution architecture and technical direction across SAP BW/4HANA and emerging data and analytics platforms * Design, build and assure high\-quality solutions that align with Rio Tinto architectural standards and long\-term strategy * Partner with Group Finance stakeholders to prioritise work, manage expectations and ensure delivery outcomes meet business needs * Guide development teams and delivery partners, sharing expertise and mentoring colleagues to build capability * Identify and manage technical risks, issues and dependencies to support successful project outcomes * Drive solution quality, performance optimisation, security and governance across Finance reporting platforms * Support the evolution of Finance analytics capabilities across SAP BDC, Datasphere, SAC, Databricks and Power BI Required for Success* * A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team, with a demonstrated focus on health, safety, environment and security leadership * Solid experience delivering SAP BW/4HANA or BW on HANA solutions, including native SAP HANA development, architecture, data modelling and performance optimisation in complex enterprise environments * Demonstrated experience translating Finance reporting, planning and analytical requirements into scalable data and reporting solutions for large, global organisations * Strong technical capability across SAP BW, ABAP, LSA\+\+, authorisation models, Analysis for Office and SAP ECC Finance processes * Proven ability to influence stakeholders, provide technical leadership and guide delivery teams, vendors or implementation partners through complex programmes of work * Experience working across geographically dispersed teams and balancing multiple priorities while delivering sustainable, high\-quality outcomes Where you’ll be working Information Systems and Technology (IS\&T) is a global function delivering integrated and critical IT services and support to Rio Tinto’s mines, refineries, smelters, remote operations centres and corporate offices. IS\&T’s mission is to power Rio Tinto’s pioneers with data and technology, enhancing safety, productivity, and value for the business. Through our collaborative partnerships and a deep understanding of our mining and metals business, IS\&T carefully balances the implementation of ‘here and now’ solutions with emerging technologies that will help to create the digitally\-optimised Rio Tinto of tomorrow. About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. Work Location: Perth, Western Australia, Australia Availability: Full time

About You We’re looking for someone whose experience aligns with the key requirements below. You do not need to meet every “helpful for success” item to apply — if you bring relevant experience and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application. * A work environment where safety is always the number one priority * A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto * A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program * Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family * Attractive share ownership plan * Company provided insurance cover * Extensive salary sacrifice \& salary packaging options * Career development \& education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions * Ongoing access to family\-friendly health and medical wellbeing support * Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick \& cultural leave) * Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more) Key Skills: SAP HANA Salary: Not disclosed