"Finance Business Partner - FBE/MLS/EDUCN"

Job no: 0057899

Location: Parkville

Role type: Full-time; Continuing

Department: Chief Finance Officer Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UOM 8 – $119,742– $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super

• Provide financial insights and manage performance to support strategic goals within complex divisions.
• Embedded within complex divisions, this role offers a highly interactive and visible opportunity to directly influence financial strategy and resource allocation.
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment! 

About the Role

The Finance Business partner is a highly interactive and visible role that partners with those with significant financial accountability within larger, more complex divisions (e.g. Department head) to support the achievement of strategic and operational goals. Through an embedded business partnering model, the Finance Business Partner supports the business by managing financial performance, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively, providing financial insights and decision-making support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide expert financial guidance, align financial resources with divisional goals, and drive performance improvement through data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation, monitor financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support decision-making with timely and accurate financial analysis.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, contribute to process improvement, and support the Senior Finance Business Partner.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a highly analytical individual with proven experience in financial planning and analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and translate complex financial data into actionable insights. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, coupled with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process improvement, are essential for this role. Prior experience in higher education and proficiency in financial planning tools are preferred but not required.

You will also have:

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA); or
• Graduate or postgraduate qualifications in Finance, Accounting or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of tertiary qualifications and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of financial planning and associated processes (e.g. budgeting, Forecasting) in complex environments.

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!

The University of Melbourne

We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.  

Be yourself

The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

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

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

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.

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

Advertised: 13 Aug 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 27 Aug 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time