Senior Finance Business Partner Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced finance professional to partner with business units and provide strategic financial advice, analysis, and reporting to support decision-making and operational performance. This role will involve preparing and coordinating month-end and year-end financial processes, including reconciliations, journals, accruals, and financial statements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical and problem-solving skillset, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel is essential, including experience with budgeting and reporting tools.
Main Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic financial advice, analysis, and reporting to support business decision-making and operational performance.
* Prepare and coordinate month-end and year-end financial processes, including reconciliations, journals, accruals, and financial statements.
* Develop annual budgets and budget reviews in collaboration with operational teams, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
* Monitor and report on budget performance, identifying and investigating variances and recommending corrective actions as needed.
* Contribute to the management of Council's rating, assets, and property functions in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting within a complex organisation.
* Sound knowledge of accounting standards, legislation, and regulatory requirements relevant to local government or the public sector.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
* Proficiency in the use of financial systems and Microsoft Excel, including experience with budgeting and reporting tools.
* Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and influence across all levels of the organisation.