Strategic Projects Finance Partner (12-Month Contract)

Telstra Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Telstra Corporation in Melbourne seeks a Strategic Projects Finance Business Partner for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide expert financial counsel, analyse project performance, and support governance across the project portfolio.

The role requires CAANZ/CPA or equivalent, strong stakeholder engagement, and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to deliver timely insights to senior leaders and partner with project teams to drive disciplined financial planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• CAANZ, CPA, or equivalent professional membership.
• Strong stakeholder management and attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial data for projects including CAPEX spend, accruals, labour models and payments.
• Develop and deliver financial reports, dashboards, and management information for stakeholders.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial models for the strategic projects portfolio.
• Apply analytical thinking to improve accuracy and quality of financial information.
• Deliver timely financial advice to stakeholders on project performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, presenting insights to inform decisions.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and operational leaders to drive financial discipline.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems and reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

CAANZ/CPA membership

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Telstra Corporation in Melbourne seeks a Strategic Projects Finance Business Partner for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide expert financial counsel, analyse project performance, and support governance across the project portfolio.

The role requires CAANZ/CPA or equivalent, strong stakeholder engagement, and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to deliver timely insights to senior leaders and partner with project teams to drive disciplined financial planning and reporting.