Position Number: 0064778
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Chief Financial Operating Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Deliver strategic financial guidance and insights to senior leaders for informed decision-making and enhanced financial performance.
- Partner with leadership to turn complex data into actionable strategies using advanced analytics and financial expertise.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Finance Business Partner provides strategic financial guidance to key leaders within the Chancellery Portfolios . You will partner closely with portfolio and department heads, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive impactful decisions and improve business performance. Responsibilities encompass all aspects of financial management, including budget development, forecasting, and reporting. You will play a pivotal role in advising senior leadership on critical financial matters, identifying opportunities for improvement, and influencing key decisions.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing proactive financial advice and supporting to drive improved decision-making and service delivery across the portfolio.
- Leading all aspects of the budget cycle, including development, forecasting, reporting, and analysis, ensuring accurate and timely financial information to support effective decision-making.
- Conducting in-depth financial analysis, providing strategic advice to leaders, and supporting the implementation of process improvements to enhance financial performance.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Finance Business Partner with a proven track record of success in managing complex budgets and providing strategic financial guidance. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Advanced skills in financial modelling, data analysis tools, and strong interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in higher education and knowledge of tools like Workday Adaptive Planning are highly desirable.
You will also have:
- A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce related discipline with extensive relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and/or training.
- CPA/CA qualification.
- Advanced skills in the use of reporting and database enquiry tools (Microstrategy, Power BI, GL Wand, Workday, SQL or similar), including the ability to export data in other forms for analysis, and a high level of proficiency in Microsoft and relevant programs, e.g. MS Office suite including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Visio.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Chief Financial Officer Group
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group provides financial expertise and leadership to ensure the University remains financially sustainable in the short and long term. It does this by:
- Developing and implementing financial strategy;
- Allocating financial resources efficiently and effectively to strategic and operational goals;
- Monitoring, analysing and assessing financial and business performance and position;
- Highlighting risks and opportunities and recommending or implementing actions;
- Ensuring value for money in commercial dealings; and
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial legislation and obligations
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
