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Finance Business Partner


Company : Urban.com.au


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.We are introducing a brand-new role to our businessa Finance Business Partnerdesigned to be a game-changer in how we leverage financial insights to drive growth.As a stand-alone role, this is an opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership, work across multiple teams, and add significant value to our organisation.With a broad scope and the ability to make a tangible impact, youll be a key player in shaping the financial and strategic direction of our fast-scaling businesses.About usThird Door Ventures is a portfolio of technology and tech-enabled companies helping consumers navigate big life decisions like buying property, choosing higher education, and retired living.Our group includes:Urban.com.au Australias top off-the-plan real estate marketplace.We''re a team of over 80 talented professionals based across Melbourne (HQ), Sydney, Brisbane, Auckland, and the Philippines.After 12 successful years of bootstrapped, profitable growth, we''re now accelerating to scale significantly over the next 35 years.What''s the Opportunity?Were hiring a commercially savvy Finance Business Partner to work closely with our Group Head of Finance and senior leaders across the business.As the first commercial finance hire, this role offers a unique opportunity to build new capabilities from the ground up.You will proactively drive strategic insights, optimise financial and operational performance, and enhance decision-making across our rapidly scaling businesses.This is your chance to step into a high-impact role, influencing growth, operational efficiency, and shaping strategic direction as we pursue ambitious goals.Key Roles and ResponsibilitiesStrategic Finance & Decision SupportAct as a strategic partner to senior leadership, providing actionable financial insights.Establish timely and accurate FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.Initiate data-led strategies to drive revenue growth, cost optimisation, and working capital efficiency.Commercial Excellence & Performance AnalyticsDevelop financial models and business cases supporting growth initiatives and investment decisions (tech, M&A, partnerships etc)Collaborate with product and data teams to leverage data infrastructure and implement real-time analytics dashboards and KPIs, driving accountability and improving business performance.Partner with stakeholders across business units to optimise resource allocation, improve pricing strategies, and increase operational efficiency.Operational ImprovementSupport the Group Head of Finance in enhancing financial systems and processes.Drive continuous improvement of reporting cadence (rolling forecasts, budgets, departmental performance tracking).Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to implement strategic finance initiatives.Attributes and AbilitiesCA/CPA qualified with 5+ years of commercial finance, FP&A, or business partnering experience, ideally within tech-enabled businesses (digital marketplaces, SaaS, professional services).Exceptional financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable strategic insights for business leaders.Hands-on, proactive, and collaborative in stylecomfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.What About Our Team?We are a team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and driving meaningful results. We celebrate success, support each other, and are passionate about making an impact.Youll work closely with experienced leaders who value strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.Why this role suits an A playerGrowth Potential: Directly influence our strategic direction as we scale aggressively over the next three years.Strategic Impact: Work closely with founders and senior leadership to drive real-world outcomes.Career Development: Clear pathway for professional advancement in a rapidly scaling group.Mentorship & Exposure: Collaborate closely with experienced senior leaders across the business, gaining direct exposure and mentorship to accelerate your professional growth.Innovative Culture: Join a high-performing, collaborative environment across innovative industries and sectors.We love that!We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences.We believe that innovation and performance is driven by a team culture based on equality, empowerment, inclusion and respect.We welcome and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply for the above role if you think you have the skills and attitude required to join our team.Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment type Full-timeJob functionJob function Finance and SalesIndustries Technology, Information and InternetReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Urban.com.au by 2xGet notified about new Finance Business Partner jobs inMelbourne, Victoria, Australia .Bayswater, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$200,700.00-A$200,700.00 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoRowville, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$160,000.00-A$180,000.00 2 days agoHawthorn East, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoFinancial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) ManagerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior Finance Manager - Sustainability ReportingBusiness Operations and Strategic Programs ManagerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoFinance Operations Excellence Manager (Bangkok Based)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoExpression of Interest - Accenture Intelligent Operations - Australia & New ZealandMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoFinancial Controller - Property DevelopmentMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 hour agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoCaulfield, Victoria, Australia 3 months agoInterim Financial Controller - Immediate StartFinancial Controller - Leisure & EntertainmentMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoLaverton North, Victoria, Australia 3 months agoCaulfield, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoHead of Tax (Bangkok Based, Relocation Provided)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 13 hours agoHawthorn East, Victoria, Australia 3 hours agoRichmond, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia $150,000.00-$170,000.00 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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