Finance Business Partner

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Public Sector People Full time

Local Council Western Suburbs
- ASAP Start - 6 months contact, potential permanency
- $56.47 p/hour + super

**Position**: Finance Business Partner (6-Month Contract, potential permanency)

**Location**: Local Council Western Suburbs

**Rate**:$56.47 p/hour + super

Are you ready to take your finance career to new heights? An exciting opportunity awaits you with our client, a prominent organization in Melbourne's thriving public sector. As their trusted recruitment partner, Public Sector People is excited to present this role for a Finance Business Partner.

**About Our Client - Local Council Western Suburbs**
Our client is a leader in driving positive change and growth within the community. They are committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to make a real impact.

**Role and Responsibilities**
In this role, you will be a vital link between finance and business operations.

This role involves close collaboration with the Lead Finance Transformation Accountant to bridge the gap between Finance and the organization's operations. It provides high-quality financial analysis and support to aid in managerial decision-making and focuses on enhancing value through effective business partnering. The position ensures accurate financial information, budget oversight, and reporting, while contributing to business planning and supporting Business Units in optimal financial management.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Collaborating closely with business unit managers and staff to ensure effective support for the Business Information System and its modules, enhancing user experience.
- Assisting in preparing key financial documents such as the annual budget, long-term financial plan, quarterly/monthly reports, capital works reports, and regulatory filings.
- Leading budget contestability processes, partnering with budget owners to develop robust business cases for branch business plan initiatives.
- Guiding managers in identifying process improvement opportunities and challenges, fostering a culture of innovation.

**Benefits**
Our client values the well-being and growth of their employees. When you join their team, you can expect:

- **Hybrid Work Model**: Enjoy a balanced work schedule, spending three days at the office and two days working remotely.
- **Collaborative Team**: Join a close-knit team that thrives on collaboration and innovation.

**To succeed in this role, you will need**
- Tertiary qualification in accounting commerce or related discipline with membership of CPA or CA or recognized professional accounting body or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in development, analysis, monitoring and reporting of financial budgets, and forecasts.
- Previous experience in Local Government/NFP/Education/Healthcare **highly desired but not necessary**

**How to Apply**

**About Public Sector People**
Public Sector People specializes in connecting exceptional talent with remarkable opportunities. As a trusted partner, we are excited to help you take the next step in your career journey.

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