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We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria's transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

Title: Finance Business Partner

Requisition ID: 11302

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 22 Jul 2026

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About The Role

The Finance Business Partner provides financial advice and support across budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, performance monitoring, and project financial management. The role delivers accurate financial insights and ensures compliance with government financial policies to support informed decision-making and strong business performance.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, the role builds effective relationships, provides trusted financial guidance, and uses sound judgement to solve complex financial issues. It also improves financial processes and systems, supports implementation of the Department's financial strategy, and ensures compliance with the Financial Management Act and other government requirements.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

- Communicates clearly, builds trusted relationships and works collaboratively to deliver positive outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
- Uses critical thinking and sound commercial judgement to solve complex problems, improve processes and support informed decision-making.




- Partners with stakeholders to provide customer-focused financial advice that adds value, manages risk and supports business outcomes.
- Applies robust financial management skills to budgeting, forecasting, reporting and interpreting financial information to guide decisions.
- Uses financial systems and digital tools confidently to maintain accurate financial information, ensure compliance and support efficient service delivery.

Qualifications And Experience

- A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline (desirable).
- A Finance or Accounting degree that meets the entry requirements for the CPA Program (desirable).
- CPA or CA membership (desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

For further information about the role, please contact Faizia Ahmed, Manager Finance Business Partner via email

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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