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.