Finance Business Partner Mental Health and Young Adults Services

Finance Business Partner Mental Health and Young Adults Services Apply now

Job no:

505153 Work type:

Permanent Location:

South Brisbane Categories:

Finance

About the role

Mater has an exciting opportunity for a

Finance Business Partner

to support the Mental Health & Young Adults Services in a

permanent part time position, 19 hours per week

based at our

South Brisbane

campus.

The Finance Business Partner (FBP) serves as a strategic liaison between the finance function and operational leadership groups, providing expert financial support and guidance to enhance organisational performance and long-term financial sustainability.

Collaborate with divisional and cost centre management to provide financial expertise and guidance on performance reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and funding assessments

Engage proactively with stakeholders to identify financial management issues and opportunities for improvement

Prepare accurate and insightful divisional performance reports on a monthly basis

Participate actively in performance review meetings with divisional and cost centre management

Support ledger integrity and month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing or reviewing journals, accruals and ledger reviews

Coordinate divisional budget cycle tasks

Prepare regular divisional full-year forecasts, identify potential differences compared to annual budget targets, and develop recommendations

Maintain oversight of divisional funding arrangements, including activity-based funding and service contract obligations

Ensure sustainable resource allocation planning at the divisional and cost centre levels, align with available funding sources and organisational priorities

Support the review of contractual agreements and grant proposals to assess financial implications, risks, and compliance requirements

Ensure that contracts and grant proposals align with organisational objectives, financial policies, and regulatory guidelines

Support facility/corporate/Ministry capital investment planning and reporting

Identify and communicate potential financial risks, opportunities, and requirements associated with contracts and grants to relevant stakeholders

Collaborate with procurement, project managers, and program coordinators to negotiate favourable terms and conditions

Proactively identify system and process improvements to drive continuous improvement

Lead change management initiatives to successfully implement improvements, enhance efficiency, and optimise financial processes

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, and/or Business is mandatory.

Associated relevant professional registration (e.g., CPA or CA qualified).

Relevant management accounting experience within a large healthcare organisation or complex service organisation.

Effectively coordinate and lead management accounting services within a large public health organisation.

Develop, lead, and mentor high‑performing teams in line with contemporary human resource management practices.

Excellent communication, negotiation, consultation, and change management skills.

Provision of effective advice and recommendations on financial matters within a large health organisation.

Strategic thinking, analytical skills, and innovation in complex service planning and clinical activity management.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not‑for‑profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

Increase your take‑home pay

with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits

Grow your career

with access to industry‑leading training and professional development through Mater Education

Wellbeing support

through our Employee Assistance Program and on‑site pastoral care teams

Access a range of health and wellbeing services

with a corporate discount on private health insurance

Exclusive discounts

across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)

Stay active

with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program

Convenient, discounted on‑site parking

Enjoy great food

with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots

Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not‑for‑Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater.

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Applications close on Wednesday 4th March 2026.

Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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