Finance Business Partner - Nathan, Australia - Griffith University

Description

In this role you will;

• Build professional advisory relationships with University executives and managers, offering expert financial advice and insights.
• Provide ongoing expert guidance on financial and resource management matters.
• Engage in discussions on new business initiatives, conduct value-adding analysis, and contribute to operational and strategic plans.
• Collaborate with Element managers to create annual budgets, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and University policies.
• Develop business cases and financial modelling, assessing their viability.

Qualifications
To be successful, you will possess:

• Degree qualified with substantial work-related experience. You will preferably hold a professional accounting qualification through an accredited body (CPA/CA).
• Strong experience in financial analysis and the development of financial models is required for this position alongside the ability to synthesize both financial and non-financial information.
• Extensive business partnering or similar experience is highly desirable, as is experience within the higher education sector.
• High level communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, together with the ability to effectively liaise across all levels of a diverse organisation.

What we can offer
This is a full time, fixed term (until 30 April 2025) position with a hybrid working environment. Any onsite work days will be primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan or Gold Coast campuses. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 8 range $108,764 - $122,356 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $127,254 - $143,157 per annum.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

How to apply
At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information about this role, please contact Mr Scott Feely, Senior Finance Business Partner at

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at

For application support, please contact People Services on and quote reference number (REF4706F).

Closing date: Open until filled. All applications must be submitted online.