Full-Time | 2-Year Contract
At the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), we’re driven by a bold purpose: to deliver innovative health and medical research that improves lives. Based in Adelaide’s world-class biomedical precinct, our work brings together talented people who are committed to research excellence, collaboration and real community impact.
About the role
We're seeking a strategic and collaborative Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team and provide strategic financial support (financial planning and analysis) across a diverse portfolio of research and business functions.
Reporting to the Senior Financial Planning & Reporting Manager, you'll work closely with project leaders, business unit managers and other stakeholders to deliver insights that support informed decision-making, financial sustainability and organisational success.
Key responsibilities include
- Partner with project, theme and business unit leaders to provide financial insights and guidance
- Prepare and analyse monthly financial reports, identifying trends, risks and opportunities
- Business Analyst support for new business opportunities including cost modelling, break even analysis and related decision support activities.
- Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process across allocated portfolios
- Deliver variance analysis and provide recommendations to improve performance
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial activities
- Develop project-level budgets and forecasts in collaboration with stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems and reporting
- Support policy and procedure development across the finance function
- Provide financial modelling, analysis and ad hoc support as required
- Build strong relationships across the organisation to enhance financial capability and understanding
About you
- Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline
- CA or CPA qualification (or working towards completion)
- Experience preparing and analysing financial reports
- Solid financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends and draw insights from data
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to translate complex financial information for non-finance audiences
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience working with medium-sized financial management systems
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Desirable
- Experience within a Big 4 accounting firm or similar professional services environment
- Experience in research, health, not-for-profit or project-based organisations
Special requirements
- Some out of hours work may be required.
- A current National Police Certificate will be required.
Why join SAHMRI? At SAHMRI, you'll contribute to work that genuinely improves health outcomes for communities locally and globally.
We offer
- A collaborative and purpose-driven culture
- The opportunity to partner with respected research and business leaders
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Modern offices located in Adelaide's biomedical precinct
- Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per annum
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
Everything we do is underpinned by our values of Excellence, Innovation, Courage, Integrity and Teamwork . To be considered for this position, applicants must hold relevant working rights within Australia at the time of application.
For a copy of the position description, please click here.
For more information, please contact Sonia Dyster at
[email protected]
Applications close: Sunday 23rd August 2026
Applications may close before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
📌 Finance Business Partner (Adelaide)
🏢 SAHMRI
📍 Adelaide