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Finance Business PartnerLead,FinanceFinance Business Partner,FinanceSydney orFremantlelocationFull-timeopportunity, Continuing contract(Open for internal applicants only)Join a national university committed to excellence in education,scholarshipand research.Supportive Staff and work environmentHEWLevel9$126,515pa+ 14.25% superannuationfor FremantleHEW Level9$142,145pa+ 14.25% superannuationfor SydneyAbout the universityThe University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.About theOfficeThe Finance Officeisintegraltosuccess of the University ensuring responsible stewardship through financial performance and strategic procurement,with a view to financial sustainability and growth.About the roleThe position will provide expert advice, guidance and support with respect to a full scope of financial matters.Working as part of a collaborative team, the primary role of the Finance Business Partner Lead is to work withina team supporting the Faculty/Division in both strategic and financial operations matters to enable effectivedecision making. Supervising a team, the Finance Business Partnering Lead focuses on strategically guiding thefinancial direction of the assigned portfolio, to formulate comprehensive financial plans, covering budgeting,forecasting, and scenario analysis.Reporting into the Associate Director, Business Engagement, this position will operate with a significant degreeof autonomy.Key ResponsibilitiesTake the lead in consistently monitoring financial performance for the designated portfolio throughout the month, proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation.Effectively communicate financial insights and recommendations to Senior Management.Provide strategic management accounting advice and recommendations on appropriate actions.Collaborate with team leaders and departments to ensure financial alignment with overall organisational objectives.Improve the Universitys performance by providing senior leaders and stakeholders with contemporary financial management advice and solutions to support decision making. The advice will be based onbuilding a strong understanding of the Faculty/Division and the priorities of that portfolio, as well as the University Strategic and Operational goals.Contribute to and implement a range of Finance projects, plans, tools, processes and systems to respond to future financial management challenges.Take the lead on budgeting, forecasting and monthly financial performance meetings with senior leaders from respective business areas.Ownership of the preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs for the respective portfolio, with the support of a Senior Finance Business Partner, providing financial analysis of monthly results and business performance across the portfolio.Qualifications, skills & experiencePostgraduate qualifications, (CA/CPA level qualifications) or equivalent and extensive relevant experience.Significant experience in a complex organisation providing financial reporting, budgeting, and modelling and partnering with the business to improve financial performance.Prior supervisory duties of staff will be advantageous and identifying innovative solutions to manage competing workload and business demands.High level of knowledge in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting to support decision making and effective financial management.BenefitsGenerous training and development opportunitiesFriendly and collaborative working environmentFast paced environment with opportunity for professional growthHow to applyPlease apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.Previous applicants need not apply.Applications closing date:11May2025For further information on how to apply, please visit:How to apply | Notre DameApplicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.Contact usPlease direct your queries regarding this role toTripti Shukla,Tripti.shukla@nd.edu.auUnsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.#J-18808-Ljbffr