Finance Business Partner

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Parental leave

Employee networks

Inclusive culture

Job summary

City of Sydney is seeking a Finance Business Partner to transform financial data into insights that drive better outcomes for our city and community. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting, partnering with senior leaders and diverse units to shape sustainable decisions.

In this role you will develop financial models, evaluate investments, and translate information into practical recommendations, influencing strategic initiatives and projects that enhance Sydney’s

Qualifications

• CPA, CA, or equivalent tertiary qualifications.
• extensive experience in finance business partnering across a broad range of stakeholders and operational areas.
• strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• a collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and influence decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting to support decision-making.
• Develop robust financial models and evaluate strategic investment opportunities.
• Provide commercial insights for business cases and major projects.
• Translate complex financial information into clear, practical recommendations for stakeholders.

Skills

Finance business partnering

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Education

CPA/CA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Financial Planning & Reporting/Finance & Procurement

Full Time/Permanent

Sydney

Financial Planning & Reporting/Finance & Procurement

Full Time/Permanent

$134,910 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

The City of Sydney is seeking a Finance Business Partner who combines strong commercial acumen with the ability to transform financial data into meaningful insights that drive better outcomes for our city and community.

As part of our high-performing Financial Planning and Reporting team, you will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Working closely with senior leaders and diverse business units, you will provide trusted financial advice, influence key initiatives, and help deliver services and projects that enhance Sydney's sustainability, liveability, and prosperity.

In this influential role, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting to support informed and effective decision-making. You will develop robust financial models, evaluate strategic investment opportunities, and provide commercial insights for business cases and major projects. Through strong stakeholder partnerships, you will translate complex financial information into clear, practical recommendations that add value and drive organisational performance.

This is an opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, solving complex business challenges, and contributing to outcomes that have a visible and lasting impact on the community.

We are looking for someone with:

• CPA, CA, or equivalent tertiary qualifications.
• extensive experience in finance business partnering across a broad range of stakeholders and operational areas
• strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences
• a collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and influence decision-making.

This is more than a finance role. It's an opportunity to help shape the future of Sydney by enabling smarter decisions, stronger financial outcomes, and meaningful community impact.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, 23 September 2026.

For more information, contact Chris Hanna, Senior Finance Business Partner on 02 9246 7***.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.