Finance Transformation Change the way finance works The role of finance executives is dynamic, constantly evolving to keep pace with technology and the changing demands of internal and external customers.Protiviti's finance transformation strategies help finance leaders address their current challenges, prepare for future challenges, and explore opportunities for continuous growth, delivering innovative solutions and supporting the finance function as a forward-thinking, strategic partner for the business. 2025 Global Finance Trends Survey Finance trends 2025 report outlines CFO priorities, AI adoption in financial services, and finance transformation driving the future of finance. Read more Navigating New Tariffs: Enhance Agility and Confidence While the direction, magnitude, and duration of tariffs remain unclear, companies need options and flexibility. Protiviti offers the expertise to help you develop agility and navigate this period with confidence. Read more Our finance transformation services Pro Briefcase Finance and accounting process optimisation Design, deliver, and manage processes and Finance Delivery Model that enable scalable efficient growth, transforming the workforce from transactional to advisory, and better integrate with other business functions. Pro Building office Finance technology and data Align strategic finance initiatives and technology with business priorities and growth plans to help finance leaders realise efficiency, grow securely, and mine better data. Pro Document Consent Cost and performance management Develop innovative approaches for sustainable cost control that provide the data insights, strategies, and capabilities required to make intelligent business decisions and drive performance and growth. Pro Document Stack Target operating model Evaluate and find the right balance of internal and external talent to optimise resources and align with the organisation’s strategy. Pro Legal Briefcase Financial reporting remediation and compliance Address changes, risks, and strain due to new and changing reporting requirements, increased scrutiny of company financials, and complex, nonrecurring business transactions and transformation. Pro Legal Briefcase Business planning & analysis Leverage Protiviti’s end-to-end customised solutions to understand and address your most challenging planning and analytics issues. We combine the strategic approach of consulting with the power of practice experience to deliver results. Blackline’s APAC regional consulting partner of the year for 2023 We're proud to be named Blackline's APAC Regional Consulting Partner for 2023. This is a testament to our collaboration with the team, utilising our expertise in finance transformation to implement Blackline's cloud software solutions. How do you build a resilient finance function in a time of ongoing disruption and change? Build a finance function focused on the future How do you build a resilient finance function in a time of ongoing disruption and change?How do you optimise and integrate new technologies into your existing processes to enable automation and scalability? How do you meet regulatory requirements and prepare your team for new ones? The demands on the finance function are constantly growing, and Protiviti is here to help.Harnessing intelligent data lineage, new technologies, and digital tools, Protiviti helps organisations achieve finance transformation for the future. At the core of our methodology is aligning people, process, and technology to drive efficiency and productivity, enabling change and creating value for the entire organisation.We drive finance transformation, from assessments through the execution of strategic initiatives to address the challenge now with a focus on the future of the enterprise. We provide finance transformation consulting and solutions tailored to achieve your goals and provide a framework for continuous growth, including:Technology enablement to optimise core finance and accounting process (record to report, source to pay, order to cash, plan to project)Effective data governance to ensure control and oversightMeasure and report on new sustainability standards in Australia and globally Advanced analytics for real-time metrics to satisfy rising internal and external expectationsBalance skills and scale with a service delivery model designed to address changing demandsCreate sustainable change organisation wide by improving alignment, collaboration and delivery How do you build a resilient finance function in a time of ongoing disruption and change? How tech enablement is transforming finance functions In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, tech enablement is transforming the way organisations optimise their finance functions. Managing Director at Protiviti Australia, Rupesh Mahto discusses strategies that are helping organisations grow and streamline their finance functions. Beyond technology, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and seeking ways to drive digitalisation within finance functions has become crucial. Transforming finance with SAP SAP is revolutionising finance operations by streamlining processes, enhancing cost management, and enabling smarter decision-making. See how SAP drives efficiency through predictive analytics, proactive risk management, and seamless integration, empowering finance teams to operate like a well-oiled machine in today’s digital era. Leadership Rupesh Mahto Rupesh is a senior director at Protiviti Australia specialising in strategy, technology assessment and enabled execution, digital transformation, cloud migration, and application of emerging technology to business demands. He successfully leads interactions with CXO, ... Learn More Hirun Tantirigama Hirun is a managing director and Protiviti Australia's technology consulting lead with 18 years’ experience in providing risk and regulatory advisory services across a variety of clients and industries. He has led complex, transformational programs across areas such as ... Learn More Key technology partners Through our alliance partnerships, we connect innovative services and technology with consulting expertise to optimise key finance and accounting processes and business performance initiatives. Featured insights BLOGS Protiviti's Perspectives on the Silver Review 5 min read This four-part blog series presents Protiviti’s perspectives on how the Victorian Public Service can turn the Silver Review from a cost‑cutting exercise into a system‑level reform opportunity that strengthens financial sustainability, digital... BLOGS Resetting the Victorian Public Service: What the Silver Review Means for VPS Leaders 9 min read Recent ransomware attacks and new SEC cyber disclosure rules have increased the focus on cyber resilience across nearly all industries. As a result, many companies have invested substantial resources to help manage and mitigate cybersecurity risk to... BLOGS Digitising the VPS: Shared Platforms, AI and the Responsibilities of Technology Leaders 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a defining moment with the Silver Review. The Review positions digital transformation and AI as central to delivering sustainable savings and... BLOGS Silver Review Implications for VPS Financial Decision Makers: Guardrails, Savings and Financial Stewardship 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) leaders are at the centre of the Silver Review’s implementation challenge. As the Review moves from recommendations to action, senior financial decisionmakers in departments and agencies – including CFOs – will be key... BLOGS Assuring the Silver Review Reforms – The Critical Role of Risk Management and Assurance 10 min read The Silver Review sets out an ambitious reform agenda for the Victorian Public Service (VPS) – reshaping workforce structures, consolidating entities, tightening fiscal settings, and accelerating digital and AI adoption. For Chief Risk and Audit... BLOGS Australian Public Sector Integrity Frameworks: Rebuilding Trust Amid Ongoing Scrutiny 9 min read In the wake of high-profile failures — ranging from unlawful debt recovery programs to politicised grant schemes and procurement missteps —the Australian government has rolled out a series of reforms, including the Australian Public Service (APS)... SURVEY Navigating Australia’s Geopolitical and Integrity Tightropes: Challenges for Public Sector Leaders 7 min read Senior executives and leaders in the public sector face a complex web of uncertainties. These may generate opportunities for strategic advantage or risks leading to unexpected disruption and performance shortfalls. An ability to anticipate risks that... BLOGS Navigating Australia's Cybersecurity Obligations: SOCI, PSPF and the Essential Eight – A Strategic Guide for Government and Critical Infrastructure Organisations 18 min read As Australia confronts an evolving and intensifying cyber threat landscape, public and private sector entities are under increasing pressure to fortify their cyber resilience. Central to this effort are three frameworks that define the country's... BLOGS Rethinking Grants Management Delivery in Australia’s Public Sector 8 min read Fresh off the elections and under intense public scrutiny. government departments and public sector agencies must now deliver on hundreds of millions in funding commitments. The directive is clear: get the money out the door fast while delivering the... INSIGHTS PAPER Boosting Public Sector Digital Project Delivery Confidence With DTA’s Assurance Framework 7 min read The Australian government continues to make significant investments in digital transformation projects—totalling $12.9 billion as of the 2024-25 mid-year economic and fiscal process—but too many of these projects are still failing to meet... SURVEY Top Risks 2026: Executive Perspectives & Growth Opportunities 8 min read Protiviti Top Risks Report 2026 shares executive insights on Gen AI, agentic AI, cyber threats and economic risks. NEWSLETTER Money Well Spent? Capturing AI’s Elusive ROI 2 min read Discover insights on capturing AI’s ROI in this edition of Board Perspectives, featuring expert advice on navigating the complexities of AI investment. Previous Article Pagination Next Article Featured client stories Transforming Procurement: A Source-to-Pay Assessment and Solution Design 6 min read Transforming procurement with a comprehensive source-to-pay assessment, this motorsport organisation optimised S2P processes, enhancing Workday utilisation and spend visibility. Technology Transforms Non-Profit’s Financial Processes 6 min read Learn how a well-known non-profit revolutionised its financial processes through strategic technology integration. This case study explores the benefits of enhanced financial reporting, improved internal controls, and streamlined operations in a non... Driving to Order-to-Cash Optimisation and Accounts Receivable Transformation 6 min read This U.S.-based client, a subsidiary of a global water treatment company, offers water-as-a-service solutions to over half of the Fortune 500 companies across North America. Seamless NetSuite Migration Optimises Operations 4 min read A leading fundraising and branding organisation offering agency, data processing, and digital and media services was seeking a partner to facilitate the transition to NetSuite as the system of record for its operation. Multinational Consumer Products Company Modernises FP&A Globally with SAP Analytics Cloud 5 min read This U.S.-based client is a multi-national consumer products company that has been in business for more than 150 years and now has more than 40,000 employees in 80 countries around the globe. Solving Legacy Accounting Challenges With Automation and Process Improvements 7 min read Protiviti partnered with clients to implement best-of-breed digital solutions to automate financial close processes, along with process improvements and data governance and controls solutions to resolve the issues. Change management to support... Finance Transformation Sets Course for Future Success 5 min read A U.S.-based global skincare company was unable to provide timely financial reporting and performance analytics to its key stakeholders and private equity sponsor. Protiviti partnered with the company’s CFO, VP of Finance, Controller, and key... Change management, automation and new digital tools transform finance operations for educational services company 5 min read A $1 billion educational services holding company that operates in the U.S., Australia and New Zealand needed to transform its finance operations. The organisation, which operates numerous higher-education institutions and provides a workplace... Technology transformation and change management help non-profit organisation reach donors and improve fundraising 6 min read United Way of Greater Toronto (UWGT), which has been mobilising volunteers and resources to help those in need since 1973. Despite its long-standing success, the organisation was losing market share to competitors, making it harder to meet its... Previous Article Pagination Next Article
