Finance Business Partner

Catholic Education of South Australia is seeking to appoint a

Finance Business Partner

to serve as a trusted advisor across the corporate divisions, influencing strategy and supporting informed decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Based at their head office in Thebarton, this role offers a rewarding mix of strategic impact and operational variety within a collaborative and solution-focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, commercially minded accounting professional who enjoys partnering with the business and wants to make a meaningful contribution beyond the numbers.

Responsibilities Reporting to the Corporate Finance Manager, you will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, providing timely financial insights, robust analysis, and practical guidance to support performance, growth, and transformation across the organisation.

Enhance the effectiveness of financials, with a strong focus on quality control and risk mitigation

Partner with stakeholders to ensure financial reporting aligns with internal policies and legislative requirements

Assist teams with budget preparation

Provide strategic financial advice

Contribute to long-term planning and organisational direction

Lead financial planning, analysis, and forecasting for infrastructure projects

Support leaders to build strong financial management capability across programs and budgets

Oversee cost management and reporting for major capital initiatives

Ensure accurate, compliant financial records to support audit processes

Develop and continuously improve best-practice financial systems and processes

Skills and Experience You will bring a collaborative approach, strong commercial acumen, and the confidence to influence and guide stakeholders in complex environments. This role would be ideal for a CA or CPA qualified professional with a blend of audit and commercial experience.

Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical capability

Advanced financial modelling and analysis skills

Strategic and creative problem-solving ability

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Experience coaching and advising senior leaders on financial matters

Apply now If you’re ready to step into a role where you can influence strategy, partner with the business, and apply your overall experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking

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For further information please contact Joanne Blackman on 0435 890 145 or Arielle Jennings 0435 481 556.

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