Finance Business Partner Aged Care

Western District Health Service; Hamilton; Hybrid; AUD 88,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Flexible/hybrid working

Generous leave entitlements

Relocation support

Short-term shared accommodation

Job summary

Western District Health Service in Hamilton is seeking a Finance Business Partner for Aged Care to drive financial performance, sustainability and strategic direction across Residential Aged Care, Support at Home and related programs.

The role offers flexible hybrid arrangements, relocation support and a values-driven workplace in regional Victoria. You’ll partner with executives to deliver budgeting, forecasting, reporting and governance across aged care services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a finance role within a regulated environment.
• Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting capability.
• Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Experience preparing and interpreting financial reports.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and business partnering skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into practical business insights.
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Rights to work in Australia

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, monitor financial performance and provide strategic financial advice that supports the long-term sustainability of aged care services.
• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reports, variance analysis, performance insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Develop and maintain accurate budgets, forecasts and cash flow models that support operational planning and financial stability.
• Partner with executive and operational leaders to provide meaningful financial advice, identify opportunities and improve service performance.
• Support the day-to-day financial management of Residential Aged Care, Support at Home, Transition Care Program and Commonwealth Home Support Program services.
• Support funding submissions, grant acquittals, regulatory reporting and audit activities, ensuring compliance with relevant aged care funding and legislative requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Excel

Financial systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Western District Health Service – Hamilton VIC

Aged Care Services | Western District Health Service

• Full-Time Permanent Opportunity – (Part time considered)
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Hybrid working options considered
• Campus location flexible across WDHS sites
• $97,444 including superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits
• Join a values-driven organisation making a meaningful impact in aged care and community health services

Looking for flexibility, purpose and genuine work-life balance?

Western District Health Service is seeking a passionate and commercially minded Finance Business Partner – Aged Care to support the financial performance, sustainability and strategic direction of our growing aged care portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for meaningful work with flexibility. We understand that great candidates don't always live locally, which is why we're open to discussing flexible and hybrid working arrangements for the right person.

Working closely with the Executive Director Aged Care, operational leaders and the Finance Team, you'll provide expert financial management, business partnering, budgeting, forecasting and strategic advice across Residential Aged Care, Support at Home, Transition Care Program and Commonwealth Home Support Program services.

Relocating? We'll Help You Settle In

We understand that relocating for work is a significant decision, and we're committed to helping make the transition as smooth as possible.

Whether you're looking to relocate permanently or establish a hybrid working arrangement, successful applicants may have access to:

• Short-term shared accommodation to support your transition to the region
• Assistance connecting with local real estate agents and long-term rental opportunities
• Support to build local connections through community groups, sporting clubs and social networks
• Guidance and assistance as you settle into your new role and community
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements, subject to operational requirements

Please note that accommodation support is offered as short-term shared accommodation only and is subject to availability.

Our team is committed to helping new employees feel welcomed, connected and supported from day one.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage budgets, monitor financial performance and provide strategic financial advice that supports the long-term sustainability of aged care services.

Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reports, variance analysis, performance insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Develop and maintain accurate budgets, forecasts and cash flow models that support operational planning and financial stability.

Business Partnering

Partner with executive and operational leaders to provide meaningful financial advice, identify opportunities and improve service performance.

Aged Care Finance Oversight

Support the day-to-day financial management of Residential Aged Care, Support at Home, Transition Care Program and Commonwealth Home Support Program services.

Funding, Compliance & Governance

Support funding submissions, grant acquittals, regulatory reporting and audit activities, ensuring compliance with relevant aged care funding and legislative requirements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in a finance role within a regulated environment
• Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting capability
• Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills
• Experience preparing and interpreting financial reports
• Strong stakeholder engagement and business partnering skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge
• Ability to translate complex financial information into practical business insights
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Rights to work in Australia

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

At Western District Health Service, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg regions.

Working within our Aged Care and Finance teams, you'll join an organisation known for its strong community connections, collaborative culture and commitment to excellence.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace guided by our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Regional Victoria

Our campuses are located in some of Victoria's most welcoming regional communities, offering an enviable lifestyle with affordable living, shorter commutes, strong community connections and easy access to stunning natural attractions.

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/

To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What We Offer

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave entailments
• Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making within aged care services
• Relocation support, including access to short-term shared accommodation (subject to availability)
• Support connecting with long-term housing opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Meaningful work within a respected rural health service

Interested?

For more information, view the Position Description: Link

For a confidential discussion, contact Nick Starkie on ***************@wdhs.net or Alma Evans on **********@wdhs.net

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Capability team on *******@wdhs.net.

Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.