Full Time - Permanent

About the Position

The Senior Finance Business Partner is the primary finance contact for the Operations division, working alongside the division providing financial support and expert advice, delivery of accurate and timely budgeting and financial results analyses.

The Financial Planning & Analysis team provide the following services to/on behalf of Council:

• Preparation of the annual budget and budget reviews
• Monthly management reports to business areas and directors
• Financial business partnering
• Legislative and statutory reporting of actual financial results
• Contribute to the development of the Long-Term Financial Plan

About You

Your experience in leading and providing expert advice in the development of budgets and budget reviews ensuring they reflect the Councils priorities and strategic objectives and are completed in accordance with relevant finance policies and procedures will be pivotal to success in this role. You will have a proven track record of providing expert advice on complex or non-standard matters to resolve organisational issues both within the Financial Planning and Analysis team and other budget holders as needed. You will also have a strong commitment to the development and ongoing review of policies and procedures utilised by the Financial Planning and Analysis team

Key Selection Criteria:

• Extensive knowledge of corporate budgetary and financial planning concepts and applications.
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in the management of operational and capital program budgets.
• Extensive relevant experience at a senior level, preferably within a large organisation, in budget preparation, management and reporting.
• Demonstrated financial analytical skills and an ability to undertake complex data collection and analysis.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and the maintenance of a supportive work environment.

Working for Council

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
• Flexible ways of working
• Free parking
• An expansive health & wellbeing program
• Career development opportunities
• Salary sacrificing options

If, after reading the position description you have any queries, or require further information please contact Belinda Button, Manager Financial Services (Acting) on (08) 8301 7384.

Application Process:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.

Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities. For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact [email protected].

The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing.

Applications close – 9am Monday 15 September 2025