Finance Business Partner

Hays · Perth WA · Contract
Posted 5d ago

Finance Business Partner

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Provide trusted financial advice and support across a diverse operational portfolio.
  • Assist stakeholders with budgeting, forecasting, expenditure analysis and financial reporting.
  • Support financial governance and compliance activities.

Provides a consultancy service on financial management issues

Finance Business PartnerJoin a high-profile public sector organisation supporting critical operational services across Western Australia.Your new companyOur client is a well-known State Government organisation seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their team on an initial 12-week contract. Based in Mainlands, this opportunity offers free parking, flexible working hours and the chance to work closely with senior operational stakeholders to support financial decision-making and governance activities.Your new roleReporting to senior leadership within the business, you will provide trusted financial advice and support across a diverse operational portfolio. Acting as a key finance partner, you will assist stakeholders with budgeting, forecasting, expenditure analysis and financial reporting to ensure informed decisions are made, and financial outcomes are effectively managed.Key responsibilities include:

  • Partnering with operational leaders to provide financial advice and guidance
  • Monitoring expenditure and budget performance across the portfolio
  • Preparing forecasts, variance analysis and management reports
  • Supporting financial governance and compliance activities
  • Assisting stakeholders to understand financial performance and budget positions
  • Providing recommendations to improve financial management and reporting outcomes
  • Supporting project-related financial activities and ongoing budget submissions
  • Liaising with central finance functions to ensure accurate financial information and reporting

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or similar advisory position
  • Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting experience
  • The ability to build relationships and influence non-financial stakeholders
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive, self-driven approach
  • Experience working within a State Government or WA Police environment will be highly regarded
  • Exposure to SAP and financial management systems is advantageous
  • Knowledge of project and portfolio financial management processes will be beneficial

What you'll get in return

  • Initial 12-week contract with immediate start
  • Flexible working arrangements with 7.5-hour workdays
  • Free on-site parking
  • Opportunity to work within a respected State Government organisation
  • Exposure to senior operational stakeholders and impactful financial projects
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

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Skills

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Analytical thinkingBudgettingExpenditure analysisFinancial governanceFinancial managementFinancial reportingFinancial systems (e.g., sap)ForecastingProblem solvingProject financial managementRelationship buildingStakeholder management

Perks & benefits

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Flexible working arrangementsFree on-site parking

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