Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

• Partner with leaders across Council to drive strategic financial outcomes and organisational performance.
• Full-time opportunity with flexible working arrangements and access to Fitness Passport.
• Salary from $117,697.89 - $126,882.48 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.

Make a Difference Where You Work

At Willoughby City Council, we are shaping one of Sydney's most vibrant and livable communities. As the Finance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting informed decision-making by providing financial insight, analysis and advice that will help deliver sustainable outcomes for Council and the community.

Reporting to the Financial Planning and Analysis Team Leader, you will partner closely with Executives, Managers and Team Leaders across the organisation to provide strategic financial support, improve financial capability and contribute to Council’s long-term financial sustainability.

Why Join Us?

Strategic Influence: Partner with senior leaders and play a key role in shaping Council's financial performance and sustainability.

Business Partnering Focus: Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and provide meaningful financial advice that drives results.

Growth and Variety: Be involved in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, financial analysis, systems improvement and strategic projects.

About the Role:

As the Finance Business Partner, you will be:

• Partnering with managers and leaders across Council to provide proactive financial advice and support decision-making.
• Leading the preparation, monitoring and review of annual budgets, forecasts and business plans.
• Delivering timely management reporting, financial analysis and performance insights to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Supporting long-term financial planning and contributing to the development of sustainable financial strategies.
• Identifying trends, risks and opportunities through data analysis and providing recommendations to improve business performance.
• Building financial capability across the organisation through coaching, guidance and stakeholder engagement.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting tools, processes and controls.
• Contributing to month-end, year-end and statutory reporting activities while ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and legislative requirements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in management accounting, financial planning and analysis, or finance business partnering.
• Professional accreditation as a CA or CPA, with a strong understanding of contemporary financial management practices, accounting standards, and governance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience partnering with operational leaders to provide strategic financial advice, challenge assumptions, and support informed business decisions.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling capabilities, with the ability to analyse complex data and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Experience in preparing management reports, business cases, financial performance analysis, and executive-level reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems, reporting tools and large data sets.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate actions.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
• A customer-focused approach, with a commitment to building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality service and outcomes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.
• A collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to team objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: Nancy Zhang, Financial Planning and Analysis Team Leader, at [email protected] or on [+61 2 9777 7680](tel:+61 2 9777 7680).

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. The Position Description (PD) is located in the Job Attachments section of the job listing.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks

Applications close: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:30pm

Please note that recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

Applications must be submitted in PDF Format.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate