Assistant Director Finance Business PartneringDivision: Business ServicesPosition No: 019232Work Type: Permanent - Full TimeClosing Date: 2024-11-28 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.The OpportunityAs the Assistant Director Finance Business Partnering you will play a key role in ensuring that finance is a valued partner empowering Communities divisions by providing timely and accurate strategic financial information, advice and insight to ensure that the organisation delivers on its strategic objectives.The Assistant Director Business Partnering will drive improvements in business performance by providing financial advice to support informed and effective strategic and operational decision making in line with Communities' approved budget settings.The role will provide insightful and timely observations and recommendations regarding business financial performance, leading a small team and working with the Housing and Homelessness Division to ensure the effective allocation, monitoring and performance of budgeted resources to ensure the organisation delivers on its strategic objectives.The Assistant Director Business Partnering will place an emphasis on building a strong professional working relationship with key stakeholders within Communities and building an excellent understanding of the business.The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Shaun Mc Leod, Director Management Accounting & Financial Analysis on.There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.Join the Department of CommunitiesApply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:A current resume/CV.A three (3) page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).An application form (for hard copy applications only).For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Emily Parker, HR Consultant We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:SMS relay - Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.Equity and DiversityThe Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Emily Parker.Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on.Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.