Manager Business Partner Services

the original; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive pay and conditions

Training and development opportunities

Health & Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) in Parramatta (Hybrid) is seeking a Manager – Finance Business Partner Services to lead strategic financial oversight and provide executive‑level financial advice. The role sits within the DCJ finance partnering team, partnering closely with Homes NSW executives to improve governance and outcomes for NSW communities.

You will guide budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis, develop funding strategies and support business cases while building

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience providing financial advice to executives.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and inform decision‑making.
• Strong strategic and commercial thinking with governance discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted financial advice to Divisional executives and guidance on budgeting and forecasting.
• Analyse results, identify risks and opportunities, and develop practical strategies.
• Support business cases, costing and funding recommendations.
• Lead and develop a team, manage competing priorities, and influence decisions.

Skills

Strategic partnering

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Executive communication

Education

CA/CPA credential

Job description

Manager Business Partner Services

Location – Parramatta (Hybrid)

Employment type – Ongoing full-time role

Salary - $154,231.00 - $178,369.00 pa, plus superannuation and leave loading

Finance Business Partnering plays a key role in shaping strategy and supporting executives to make informed, evidence-based decisions. This role works at the intersection of central Finance and Homes NSW executives, providing trusted financial advice, insightful analysis and strategic oversight to help Divisions achieve their priorities while maintaining strong financial governance and accountability. It is an opportunity to work closely with senior leaders across Homes NSW, influence strategic outcomes and contribute to decisions that have a meaningful impact on the delivery of services to the NSW community.

The role provides trusted financial advice and strategic support to Divisional executives, helping them understand financial performance, manage risks and opportunities, and make informed decisions aligned with Homes NSW priorities. This includes partnering with the business on budgeting, forecasting and financial performance; analysing results and trends; identifying financial pressures and opportunities; and developing practical strategies to manage outcomes within approved funding.

The role also supports business cases and new initiatives through financial analysis, costing and funding advice, ensuring decisions align with government requirements, financial policies and strong governance. A key part of the role is building trusted relationships across Divisions, central Finance and other stakeholders to ensure finance is embedded in business decision-making.

The Homes NSW Finance Business Partnering team is a collaborative, high-performing and engaged team committed to delivering high-quality financial advice and support. As a relatively new team, we are actively establishing a strong culture built on trust, accountability, professionalism and shared success. We hold high standards, support each other and value constructive challenge, continuous improvement and strong relationships. We are ambitious to be recognised as a trusted and influential finance partner, valued for the quality, integrity and impact of the advice we provide.

What you’ll do

What we’re looking for

In addition to the essential requirements outlined in the role description, the ideal candidate is a qualified accountant and trusted business partner who builds strong relationships quickly, communicates with influence and is confident engaging with senior executives and stakeholders.

You will have proven experience providing high-quality financial advice at an executive level, ideally within a large and complex organisation.

You will bring high professional standards, strong strategic and commercial thinking, and a willingness to challenge the status quo and identify better ways of working. You will be outcomes-focused, reliable and accountable, with a strong track record of delivering on commitments in a fast-paced environment.

The role also requires strong leadership and stakeholder management capability, with the ability to lead and develop a team, build collaboration and navigate competing priorities and expectations. Above all, we are looking for someone who brings energy, integrity and a genuine commitment to making a difference through finance.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, we do not require you to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Targeted Question 1

Describe your experience in providing advice and support to senior stakeholders to address a complex finance issue. What challenges did you face and what was the outcome?

Targeted Question 2

Describe your experience in developing budgets for large and/or complex organisations, including engagement with stakeholders.

Applications close Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Natalie Dzeparoski at: [e-mail]

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Anjy Fayad on 02 9765 3042 or via [e-mail].

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

Other Information

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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