Senior Finance Business Partner | Engineering Consultancy

Senior Finance Business Partner | Engineering Consultancy

The Finance Business Partner role is based in Melbourne within a leading consultancy firm. This position partners closely with technology, operational and engineering stakeholders, providing commercial and financial insights to support strategic decision-making, project performance, and business growth.

Client Details

This organisation is a globally recognised engineering and technology consultancy that partners with some of the world's largest and most complex organisations across defence, government, infrastructure, and commercial sectors. Renowned for its technical expertise and innovative solutions, the business delivers high-impact projects that support critical operations, emerging technologies, and nationally significant programs on both a local and international scale.

Description

The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for:

• Partner with Operations and Engineering leaders to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making and business performance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes across designated business units.
• Deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide commercial support on projects, ensuring financial performance aligns with operational objectives.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to drive accountability and improve business outcomes.
• Influence stakeholder decision-making through robust financial modelling, business cases, and scenario analysis.
• Support month-end and quarterly performance reviews, providing commentary and actionable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, governance frameworks, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimise processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner, bridging the gap between finance, operations, and engineering teams to support growth and profitability.

Profile

• Worked with a services or consultancy firm (engineering, tech consultancy, IT services etc.)
• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, CA) are highly regarded.
• Experience working as a true business partner
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Job Offer

• Melbourne CBD (Hybrid Working Arrangement)
• Immediate Start
• High performing team and a leader who values team development

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