National Finance Business Partnering Lead

Fourquarters Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful impact

Flexible work

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Housing Australia is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial planning, analysis and decision support across the organisation. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and model development, delivering robust management reporting and insights to executives and boards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with senior leaders, driving commercial outcomes and continuous improvement of financial governance and systems.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in financial planning, analysis or commercial finance.
• Strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Able to partner with senior stakeholders and influence decisions.
• Experience delivering financial reporting, analysis and insights for decisions.
• Strong commercial acumen and translating financial data into actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning across areas.
• Develop financial models, scenarios and business cases for strategy.
• Analyse performance, drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Provide insights and recommendations to business leaders.
• Partner with stakeholders to support strategic objectives.
• Prepare monthly management reports and dashboards.
• Support Board reporting, Treasury submissions and governance.
• Drive enhancements to financial planning processes and tools.

Skills

Financial modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Analysis & insight

Reporting & metrics

Commercial acumen

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics

CA/CPA or equivalent professional qualifications highly regarded

Job description

Housing Australia is the Australian Government's independent housing delivery agency. We support the delivery of Government programs that improve the supply of sustainable, long-term social and affordable housing and help more Australians achieve home ownership.

Our purpose is to improve housing outcomes for Australians. When you join us, you're not just building a career, you're helping build a better Australia.

Description

The Finance Business Partner is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for delivering financial planning, analysis and business partnering services across Housing Australia. The role works closely with business leaders to provide strategic financial advice, performance insights and decision support that enables the organisation to achieve its objectives.

Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the business, the Finance Business Partner leads budgeting and forecasting activities, develops financial models and business cases, and delivers high-quality management reporting and analysis. The role plays an important part in supporting executive and board reporting, Treasury budget submissions and the ongoing enhancement of financial planning and reporting capabilities.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships with stakeholders, challenge assumptions through data-driven insights and contribute to improved commercial and financial outcomes across the organisation. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial governance, reporting and business performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to apply their commercial expertise within a purpose-driven organisation delivering nationally significant housing initiatives. The role offers broad exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic projects and government budget processes while contributing to Housing Australia's purpose of improving housing outcomes for Australians.

Key responsibilities

Key responsibilities in this role include:

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning activities across assigned business areas.
• Develop financial models, scenario analysis and business cases to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyse financial performance and identify key drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Provide meaningful financial insights and recommendations to business stakeholders.

Business Partnering and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted financial advisor to leaders across the organisation.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand business priorities and support the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Translate complex financial information into practical business insights and recommendations.
• Support informed decision-making through commercial and financial analysis.

Reporting and Performance Management

• Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards and performance analysis.
• Support Executive Leadership Team and Board reporting requirements.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Deliver timely, accurate and insightful reporting for stakeholders.

Government Budget and Treasury Support

• Support Housing Australia's contribution to Commonwealth Budget and Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook processes.
• Prepare financial information, forecasts and analysis for Treasury submissions and enquiries.
• Contribute to the development of funding proposals and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure financial information is robust, accurate and aligned with organisational priorities.

Continuous Improvement and Financial Governance

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial planning, reporting and business processes.
• Support administration and improvement of financial planning systems and reporting tools.
• Contribute to improved financial governance, controls and organisational capability.
• Drive efficiencies through process improvement and innovation.

Skills And Experiences

What You'll Bring

• Significant experience in financial planning and analysis, business partnering or commercial finance roles.
• Strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Experience delivering financial reporting, analysis and insights that support strategic business decisions.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a broad range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline, with CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualifications highly regarded.

What We Offer

Meaningful Impact

Contribute to Australia's housing solutions and work alongside people who share a common goal of improving housing outcomes for Australians.

Flexible Work

Our hybrid operating model supports work-life integration while encouraging meaningful connection and collaboration.

Growth Opportunities

We invest in the development and wellbeing of our people, supporting both personal and professional growth.

Collaborative Culture

Join a purpose-driven organisation where we work as One Team, support each other and strive for excellence.