Finance Business Partner - 6-Month Temp | Potential Permanent
Lower Hunter Local Government Council | Full-Time | Flexible Work
A Lower Hunter local government council is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial support across the organisation. This is a 6‑month temporary role with potential to transition to permanent. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including up to 2 days from home per week.
Why Join Us
* Influence financial decisions and drive operational performance.
* Partner with business units and senior leaders on key initiatives.
* Work in a collaborative, high‑performing Finance team.
* Make a tangible impact on your local community.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare monthly reports, variance analysis, and forecasts.
* Provide strategic financial advice to managers and stakeholders.
* Support budgets, long‑term financial plans, and statutory reporting.
* Lead process improvements and enhance financial accountability.
What We're Looking For
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
* Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or Senior Accountant.
* Strong budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and data analysis skills.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication.
* Proactive, commercially minded, and improvement-focused.
Remuneration: $54.24-$62.38 per hour + 12% super
Pre-Employment: Referees, degree copy, current driver's licence
Applications Close: Thursday 19 February 2026, 5:00 PM AEDT
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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