About the role 

Mater’s Finance team are seeking two Finance Business Partners to join the team, in this permanent, full-time opportunity based at our corporate office in Newstead. 

Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner – Corporate, Investments and Subsidiaries this role will see you supporting a corporate portfolio. This opportunity is for those looking to leverage their existing business partnering expertise, bringing knowledge and experience into a high functioning, multi skilled team and to join a market leader in healthcare. 

Salary range: $121,359 - $129,997 (MCA 6) per annum plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!  

What you’ll be doing 

The Finance Business Partner (FBP) will serve as a strategic liaison between the finance function and operational leadership groups, providing expert financial support and guidance to enhance organisational performance and long-term financial sustainability. 

• Collaborate with divisional and cost centre management on performance reporting, budgeting, forecasting and funding assessments 
• Proactively engage with stakeholders to identify financial management issues and improvement opportunities 
• Prepare accurate and insightful monthly divisional performance reports 
• Participate in performance review meetings with divisional and cost centre management 
• Support ledger integrity and month-end/year-end closing processes 
• Coordinate divisional budget cycle tasks and prepare full year forecasts 
• Maintain oversight of divisional funding arrangements and resource allocation planning 
• Review contractual agreements and grant proposals for financial implications and compliance 
• Support capital investment planning and reporting 
• Identify and communicate financial risks, opportunities, and requirements related to contracts and grants 
• Collaborate with procurement, project managers and program coordinators for favourable terms and conditions 
• Drive continuous improvement through system and process enhancements 
• Lead change management initiatives to optimise financial processes 

About you 

To be successful in this role you will have tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, and/or Business along with: 

• Proven ability to contribute to strategic decision making and improve financial outcomes 
• Strong presentation and report writing skills 
• Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisation skills 
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders, aligned with corporate values 
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and meets deadlines with proactive solutions 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, consultation, and change management skills. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365 
• Familiarity with reporting tools such as TM1 and PowerBI for data-driven decision making 
• Experience in business partnering in a large organisation 
• Membership in a recognised Australian accounting body (CA/CPA) preferred, not required 

Applications close on Sunday, 11th May 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.