Shape strategic decisions through trusted financial partnership and help drive the long-term financial sustainability of one of Victoria's leading education providers.
Box Hill Institute | Full-time | Permanent Opportunity
Join Box Hill Institute as a
Finance Business Partner
and play a key role in supporting leaders with insightful financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and commercial advice. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you'll help shape strategic outcomes, improve financial performance and contribute to the success of a leading education provider.
This is a full-time, on-going opportunity with an attractive remuneration package.
Why work with us?
At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:
Flexible work arrangements
to support work-life balance
On-site parking
for added convenience
Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs
to celebrate your success
Generous leave options
such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 16 weeks paid Parental Leave
Health and wellbeing supports and resources
, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
Financial perks
like novated leasing and salary packaging
Exclusive staff discounts
on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teacher
About the role
We are seeking a commercially minded
Finance Business Partner
to join our Finance team within the CFO Portfolio. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will partner with managers and executives across the Institute, providing expert financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and commercial advice that supports informed decision-making and business performance. This role offers the chance to influence strategic initiatives, contribute to organisational success,



and work closely with diverse stakeholders across multiple campuses.
What you'll do:
Partner with managers and executives to provide financial insights and commercial advice that support strategic and operational objectives.
Prepare and analyse budgets, forecasts, financial models and management reports.
Monitor financial performance, conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations to achieve targets.
Develop and maintain costing models to support business planning and decision-making.
Provide coaching and support to managers on financial performance, budgeting and reporting.
Identify financial risks and opportunities and proactively communicate findings to stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, financial policies and operational practices.
Collaborate with teams across the Institute to support key projects and strategic priorities.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will be a proactive and trusted finance professional with strong analytical capability and a passion for building effective stakeholder relationships.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills:
Degree qualification in Accounting, Business, Commerce or a related discipline.
Substantial experience providing financial advice and business partnering support to management.
Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, reporting and variance analysis.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate complex financial information into practical business recommendations.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders and building trusted partnerships across an organisation.
Experience with
Technology One ERP
systems is highly desirable.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
and strong proficiency in financial systems are highly desirable.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Collaborative,



customer-focused approach with the ability to influence and support decision-making.
Alignment with a child-safe, inclusive and values-based workplace
Have, or be willing to obtain, Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.
About us:
For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.
Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.
We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.
We are a **** Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal chance employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.
Commitment to child safety
Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.
We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.
All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.
Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.
Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
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📌 Finance Business Partner (Melbourne)
🏢 Box Hill Institute
📍 Melbourne