Job Description
Financial Accounting and Reporting (Accounting)
Full time
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Business Partnership
About the organisation
Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) has a mission is to prevent, treat, and cure brain and nervous system diseases and disabilities.
Marking 30 years of impact in ****, NeuRA's work is more vital than ever, offering fresh insights into neurological and mental health conditions such as dementia, pain, and schizophrenia.
About the role
This is a broad and hands-on role with a strong focus on end-to-end research grant financial management and stakeholder partnering.
You will work closely with research leaders and operational teams to ensure robust financial oversight, clear reporting and strong financial literacy across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
Business partnering and stakeholder engagement
Partner with research group leaders to provide financial insights and support decision-making
Translate financial data into clear, meaningful commentary for non-finance stakeholders
Deliver training to improve financial literacy across research teams
Financial planning and reporting
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process
Own the end-to-end monthly reporting cycle and provide insightful analysis
Prepare reports for board and committee meetings
Support external reporting requirements including grants and funding bodies
Research grants management
Oversee the full lifecycle of research grants to from award to acquittal
Monitor grant income, expenditure and compliance requirements
Develop a strong understanding of funding streams and cost drivers
Operations and leadership
Support the CFO on strategic initiatives, process improvements and financial controls




Manage and mentor a direct report, with oversight of Accounts Payable
Ensure accurate and timely payment processes and strong financial governance
About you
You are an experienced Finance Business Partner who is confident working with complex stakeholders and enjoys bringing financial clarity to non-finance audiences.
You will bring:
Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting and reporting
Strong experience working with research grants or within auniversity/researchenvironment (essential)
Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and influencing
Leadership experience, including mentoring or managing staff
Exposure to multiple finance systems and the ability to quickly learn new tools will be highly regarded.
Advantages and culture
Work at the intersection of research, academia and finance
Competitive salary + NFP salary packaging
Flexible hybrid working
Supportive, close-knit team culture with strong work-life balance focus
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful health and research outcomes
At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.
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📌 Finance Business Partner (New South Wales)
🏢 Beaumont People
📍 New South Wales