"Finance Business Partner"

Job Description:

• Full-Time, Continuing Position
• Campus Independent – can be based at any of La Trobe University’s campuses
• HEO6 Classification Level
• Base salary from $93,874 + 17% superannuation

About the position

This position supports the University's financial performance by providing timely financial reporting, advising stakeholders, and analysing data. Key responsibilities include preparing management reports, handling journals, general ledger reconciliations, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting for specific departments. The role emphasizes process improvement and developing innovative solutions to enhance service efficiency. Additionally, it involves setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and mentoring student interns to foster their professional growth.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• a degree with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• the ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures or systems.
• demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows.
• strong communication, customer service, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

PD - Finance Business Partner.pdf

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Sunday, 11 January 2026

Position Enquiries: Jonathan Bain, Management Accountant - Email: j.bain@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter; and
• An up to date resume

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future