Gold Coast Events Management Ltd – Southport QLD

Events Management Queensland (EMQ) is a leading event management company and a subsidiary of Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ).

Our team delivers world-class, mass participation sporting events that drive tourism, generate significant economic impact and showcase Queensland on the national and international stage. Our portfolio includes some of Australia's most iconic participation events, including the Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, T100 Triathlon – Gold Coast, Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival, and the Pan Pacific Masters Games.

Every event we deliver is focused on creating exceptional participant experiences while generating lasting benefits for Queensland communities.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Finance Business Partner is a key leadership role responsible for providing strategic financial advice, business partnering and technical accounting expertise across the organisation.

You'll lead budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory reporting, audit coordination and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering with leaders to support informed commercial decision-making. You'll also mentor and develop members of the finance team, helping to strengthen EMQ's financial capability as the organisation continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:

- Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning across the organisation.
- Deliver insightful management reporting and financial analysis to support business decisions.




- Coordinate statutory reporting, audit activities and compliance obligations.
- Partner with operational leaders to provide strategic financial advice.
- Develop financial models, business cases and performance reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, governance and reporting.
- Mentor and support the finance team, fostering capability and high performance.

About You

You're a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders and using financial insights to drive business performance.

You'll bring:

- CA or CPA qualification with a degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
- At least 7 years' experience in financial accounting, management accounting or business partnering.
- Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and statutory reporting.
- Sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, taxation and audit processes.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
- Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and leadership.

Why Join EMQ?

- Join a passionate and team-oriented team delivering some of Queensland's most recognised sporting events while making a genuine impact behind the scenes.
- Working on nationally and internationally recognised events.
- A collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture.
- The opportunity to influence strategic business decisions.
- Diverse and meaningful work where no two days are the same.
- Professional development and leadership opportunities.

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📌 Senior Finance Business Partner (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Gold Coast Events Management
📍 City of Gold Coast