**Finance Business Partner/Management Accountant Job Overview**
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our team. This role plays a vital part in delivering expert financial analysis, overseeing operational budget management, and providing strategic advice to support informed decision-making across the organisation.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Executive Managers, Engineers, and departmental heads to develop, monitor, and manage operational budgets. You will prepare monthly management reports, including budget comparisons, variance analysis, and commentary, as well as provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational decision-making and cost control.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional to contribute to the success of our organisation and make a real difference in the lives of our people.
* Main Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Executive Managers, Engineers, and departmental heads to develop, monitor, and manage operational budgets.
* Prepare monthly management reports, including budget comparisons, variance analysis, and commentary.
* Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational decision-making and cost control.
* Develop forecasts and update projections based on actual performance and emerging trends.
* Contribute to the preparation of the annual budget and review processes, including performance reporting.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, providing clear financial guidance.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A Bachelor-level qualification in Business or Commerce (Accounting).
* Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia) or Chartered Accountant (Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia) would be highly regarded.
* Demonstrated experience in financial management, management accounting, and cost control in an operational context.
* Experience with Technology One (TechOne) or ability to quickly gain technical proficiency.
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful advice.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively and handle competing priorities.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:
* Based in Cairns or the Torres Strait Region.
* Full-time, fixed term (two years).
* Level 7.
* Annual leave with six weeks paid time off.
* Additional public holidays gazetted by TSIRC.
* Uniforms provided.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.