Senior Finance Business Partner
About The Position
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping how the University of the Sunshine Coast manages and grows its financial resources. As Senior Finance Business Partner, you’ll provide expert financial guidance and insights that support strategic decision-making across the University. You’ll analyse and interpret financial data, contribute to business cases, and develop reporting and dashboards that enable clear forecasting, monitoring, and performance tracking. Working closely with colleagues across Finance, IT, analytics, and senior leadership, you’ll champion best practice, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards, and help modernise systems and processes to keep the University at the forefront of financial management.
Requirements
- Expertise in accounting standards, financial management, and high-level analysis.
- Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to all audiences.
- Advanced digital skills, including Microsoft Office, VBA, Power BI, and Power Query.
- Strong business acumen and leadership, delivering results in complex environments.
- Experience working independently and collaboratively, managing priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Excellent relationship-building, influencing, and client-focused communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the higher education sector with an understanding of factors influencing University strategy.
- CPA qualified (or equivalent).
- Familiarity with UniSC enterprise systems, including Technology One CiA (Finance) and PeopleSoft (Student, HR & Payroll).
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of expert financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and business modelling, turning complex data into clear insights that support strategic decision-making.
- Drive the development and continuous improvement of financial reporting and processes, helping teams work smarter and more efficiently while enhancing transparency for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate across the University with senior management, committees, and key stakeholders, providing trusted financial advice and insights that guide decisions and shape outcomes.
Benefits
- Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
- Salary packing options + 17% Super.
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
