Finance Business Partner

$124,821 to $139,161 per annum + Superannuation

Permanent

Join one of Melbourne’s largest and fastest-growing municipalities.

Just 10 kilometres west of the CBD, Brimbank is home to more than 196,000 residents across 25 suburbs and is one of Australia’s most culturally diverse communities, with over 160 languages spoken.

Brimbank features vibrant centres including Sunshine, St Albans and Deer Park, alongside standout facilities such as the Bowery Theatre and the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre. Extensive parks, libraries and community hubs support a connected and thriving community.

With major infrastructure and precinct developments underway, Brimbank offers the opportunity to shape a transforming city while delivering meaningful outcomes for a diverse and growing community.

We are currently seeking a Full Time Permanent staff member to join our team based at our offices in Sunshine.

The role Reporting to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, we are seeking a

Finance Business Partner

who can bring their skills and experience to:

Manage the financial position of assigned Directorates and service units, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information through detailed review of general ledger transactions, month-end processing and forecasting activities, and providing assurance to Executive and senior leaders on reported financial results.

Proactively identify and communicate emerging financial risks and opportunities, and oversee the preparation of budgets and forecasts to support informed decision-making, incorporating operational data, trends, stakeholder input and business knowledge.

Deliver strategic finance partnering to Directorates by providing high-quality financial analysis, insights and advice to senior leaders, including variance commentary, business case review, and recommendations to improve financial performance and organisational value.

Support Council objectives through exceptional customer service, building strong stakeholder relationships, assisting service units with budgeting and financial processes, responding to enquiries with expert advice, and driving increased financial capability across the organisation.

Contribute to the delivery of Finance Department outcomes through active participation in month-end processes, financial reporting, annual budget development, long-term financial planning and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.

To be considered you will have:

Excellent relationship building skills, with the ability to create strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Extensive experience in managing divisional or department budgets, including accountability for actual results, budget and forecast.

Strong analytical capabilities to provide insightful trends and analysis to stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to innovate to explore opportunities to achieve financial outcomes for stakeholders.

Proven ability to proactively identify financial risk and opportunities

Proven ability to create value in the business by exploring revenue and cost opportunities, as well as leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits of working at Brimbank include:

Rostered day off

16 days of personal leave per year

20 weeks paid parental leave

8 weeks partner leave

Make a positive impact to your local community

To view a full list of employee benefits, please view Council's Employee Value Proposition

To view a copy of this Position Description, please go to https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/careers and click on the Job Listing.

To apply, please include your Resume and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages, outlining how you can deliver on the key aspects of the role and how you will assist Brimbank in 'becoming the best it can be'.

Brimbank City Council actively encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, and LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at Brimbank.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment process please contact People Culture and Wellbeing on 92494000.

Brimbank City Council is a Child Safe organisation and endeavouring to promote child safe, child friendly practices.

To be eligible for employment at Brimbank City Council you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or be legally entitled to work in Australia.

All applications should be submitted online by clicking on 'Apply' link.

Direct any queries regarding the role to the Chief Financial Officer: Shaun Owens - shauno@brimbank.vic.gov.au Ph. 0418 695 786

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Brimbank City Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to click the APPLY button now and submit your application.

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