Manager Business Advisory

Job Description

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

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• Lead strategic financial advice that shapes major property and infrastructure decisions
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• Partner with senior leaders to support sound, evidence‐based decision‐making
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• Guide and develop a high‐performing business advisory team
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• Ongoing full‐time opportunity
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• Parramatta office location negotiable with flexible working supported
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• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super
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What's in it for me?

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You'll play a key leadership role at the centre of decision‐making, working closely with executives to help shape priorities, manage risk and deliver sustainable outcomes across NSW.

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You'll lead a skilled team and work collaboratively across the organisation to provide trusted financial advice that supports people, projects and long‐term value. We offer an inclusive, supportive environment where your expertise is valued and where you can continue to grow as a leader.

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The role

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As Manager Business Advisory, you'll lead the delivery of strategic financial advice for assigned divisions within Property & Development NSW. You'll partner with senior leaders to support effective budget management, forecasting, governance and resource allocation.

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You'll analyse complex financial information, translate insights into clear advice and influence decisions across competing priorities. You'll also lead improvements to financial management processes and systems, and support strong financial discipline and performance across the business.

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For more information read the full Role Description:

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What you'll be a part of

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• Leading divisional operating and capital budgets, forecasts and forward estimates
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• Providing trusted financial insights to executives on risks, trends and opportunities
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• Advising on business cases, funding submissions and investment decisions
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• Working across teams to strengthen financial governance, controls and reporting
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• Leading and developing a small team to deliver high‐quality advisory outcomes
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What you will bring to the role

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• Strong experience providing senior‐level finance and business advisory services, with an understanding of property and lease accounting
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• The ability to translate complex financial information into clear, practical advice
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• Confidence partnering with executives and influencing decision‐making
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• Proven leadership capability, with experience guiding and developing people
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• Sound judgement and a collaborative, values‐driven approach
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• Relevant tertiary qualification and membership of a recognised professional accounting body (e.g. CPA Australia or CA ANZ)
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• Demonstrated experience in senior finance and business advisory roles
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• Strong knowledge of government financial frameworks, legislation and accounting standards
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About us

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The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high‐performing, world‐class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

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We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

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EEO Statements

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We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

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Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.