Senior Finance Business Partner
Senior Finance Business Partner
Salary:
75 - 75
/ Hour
Contract Type:
Temporary
Location:
Melbourne - VIC
Industry:
Professional
Reference:
4013713
Contact Name:
Amanda Li
Contact Email:
amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au
Date Published:
27-Feb-2026
Senior Finance Business Partner – Local Government (Temporary Contract)
Inner Suburbs Melbourne | 3-Month Contract
38 Hours per Week | $75 p/hour + super
We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join our client, a progressive local council located in Melbourne’s inner suburbs. This is a 3-month temporary opportunity with an immediate start, offering the chance to contribute to strategic financial outcomes within a collaborative and community-focused environment.
This role acts as a key strategic partner across the organisation, supporting business units to drive financial performance and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, providing expert financial insight to inform decision-making and align resources with organisational priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
About you:
For a confidential discussion, please contact Amanda Li on 03 8535 3111 or email amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
#SCR-amanda-li
Inner Suburbs Melbourne | 3-Month Contract
38 Hours per Week | $75 p/hour + super
We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join our client, a progressive local council located in Melbourne’s inner suburbs. This is a 3-month temporary opportunity with an immediate start, offering the chance to contribute to strategic financial outcomes within a collaborative and community-focused environment.
This role acts as a key strategic partner across the organisation, supporting business units to drive financial performance and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, providing expert financial insight to inform decision-making and align resources with organisational priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with service areas to align financial strategy with operational and community outcomes
- Preparing accurate and timely monthly management reports for Executive and Audit Committee review
- Supporting the development and implementation of the Long-Term Financial Plan
- Leading the coordination and preparation of the annual budget across business units
- Monitoring budget performance, delivering clear variance analysis and actionable insights
About you:
- Experience within Local Government, Healthcare, Education, Not-for-Profit, or State/Federal Government environments
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar finance business partnering or strategic finance role
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- CPA or CA qualification (mandatory)
- Strong stakeholder engagement and financial analysis capability
For a confidential discussion, please contact Amanda Li on 03 8535 3111 or email amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
#SCR-amanda-li
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