Finance Business Partner

The Opportunity:

Maitland City Council is seeking a commercially minded and customer-focused Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team.

In this role, you will work closely with leaders across the organisation, providing specialist financial advice, analysis and support to help drive informed decision-making and improve business performance. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will partner with managers and key stakeholders to develop budgets and forecasts, interpret financial results, build business models and provide insights that support operational and strategic outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys building strong relationships, translating complex financial information into practical advice, and contributing to the continuous improvement of services and financial processes across Council.

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Degree qualifications in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in accounting and financial management, ideally within a complex organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly.
• Experience supporting budget development, forecasting and financial reporting.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High-level computer literacy and a focus on identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships across all levels of an organisation.

It would be advantageous if you also have:

• Experience in a financial advisory or business partnering role.
• Knowledge of Local Government accounting and financial reporting requirements.
• CPA or CA qualifications, or progress towards obtaining them.

Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $94,812 - $105,241 per year + 12% super.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

To apply:

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions:

Click 'Apply Now' to view the role charter. If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Melissa Stark, Manager Financial Planning & Analysis, on [02 4939 1005](tel:02 4939 1005)

Applications close: Sunday 25th October 2027.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation ([email protected])