Location Port Macquarie, New South Wales, AustraliaAre you a strategic financial expert ready to elevate your career? We're on the lookout for dynamic individuals who are passionate about numbers, strategy, and driving financial excellence.About the OpportunityAt Port Macquarie Hastings Council every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are looking for two Financial Business Partners to support the organisation. These newly created positions sit within the Business & Performance Directorate. The Finance Business Partner is a vital position which will support the delivery of strategic and operations outcomes across Council through partnering with the business to build financial management capability, provide important insights and influence business performance.Responsibilities IncludeFinancial Analysis:Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support decision-making processes.Provide insights into key financial metrics and trends.Budgeting and Forecasting:Collaborate with business units to develop budgets and forecasts.Monitor and analyse financial performance against budget.Strategic Partnership:Act as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing financial guidance and support on a range of financial matters.Collaborate cross-functionally to drive business objectivesPerformance Reporting:Prepare and present regular financial reports to management.Identify areas of improvement and efficiency in financial processes.Risk Management: Assess financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations for mitigation.Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory changesWhat you'll bring to the teamTo be successful in this role you will need degree level qualifications in Accounting or Commerce and completed the CPA/CA program. You will also have excellent communication skills, be collaborative problem solver and have demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationship across the organisation as well as.Strong commercial business acumen and financial management skills including an ability to interpret financial reports for decision making.Ability to write, oversee and influence business cases.Ability to produce and interpret complex excel spreadsheets to assist in the formulation of budget compilation and forward estimate modelling.Demonstrated experience in business partnering providing financial analysis, problem solving and providing guidance on financial management techniques to maximise results and deliver operational efficiency's.Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.Commitment to ongoing professional development with membership of a professional accounting body highly regarded.Why you'll want to join the teamThis is an exciting time to be part of a forward-thinking organisation. Candidates with the energy and passion to deliver quality outcomes for Council and the Community will be rewarded with these sought-after roles.Benefits:Flexible and hybrid work arrangements availableDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportCareer development opportunities, including educational assistance, leadership development programs and secondmentsAnnual salary increases as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023Long service leave after 5 yearsGenerous employee assistance programRecognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievementsSalary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and MaxxiaVehicle Allowance - an amount payable of $10,449.92 per annum, paid weekly as a contribution and you provide and maintain your own operationally suitable motor vehicle for all business use.Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the role, or a copy of the position description, please call Jo Ellerman for a confidential discussion on (02) 66919106 or email ****** Close: We will assess applications as we receive them for these opportunities and may choose to close this advert early if roles are successfully filled.#J-18808-Ljbffr
