Senior Finance Business Partner

• Lead a team of 2 employees
• A switched on role with flexibility
• Full Time, permanent role | $131,166 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity

As part of the Finance & Procurement program, the Senior Finance Business Partner partners with leaders across the organisation to support informed, transparent and strategic decision-making.

Working closely with Directors and their portfolios, this role is embedded in the business, providing trusted financial advice, context and insight to help shape priorities, manage risks and deliver outcomes for the community. It’s less about traditional “business development” and more about building strong internal relationships, understanding operational challenges, and working side-by-side with leaders to navigate them.

You’ll lead the delivery of management accounting, performance reporting and financial planning across your portfolios, including budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans. This includes translating financial information into meaningful insights, supporting leaders to understand their financial position, and helping them make confident, well-informed decisions.

The role also supports project and program delivery through financial governance, business case analysis and funding advice, while contributing to broader organisational initiatives such as service reviews, process improvements and cost management. Alongside this, you’ll play a leadership role within the team, guiding and developing others while helping to drive a consistent, high-quality finance partnering approach across the organisation.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with people, influencing through insight, and being a genuine partner to the business - someone who can bridge the gap between finance and operations to support better outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Significant senior accounting experience incorporating analysis and problem-solving principles within a medium to large organisation.
• Significant working knowledge of accounting and business disciplines including, but not limited to, management and cost accounting, statutory reporting, complex budget development and financial management system improvements.
• Able to demonstrate prior experience in their ability to identify trends in data and highlight areas requiring focus.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative provisions including but not limited to the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) and related Regulations.
• Ability to lead and provide direction to direct reports and where appropriate, the broader team.
• Ability to inspire and foster a positive culture and collaborative team environment.

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About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Nicole van Berkel on 08 8203 7942.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Nicole van Berkel, Manager, Financial Planning & Reporting.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 14 April 2026.

Please be advised this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 8 Classification commencing at $131,166 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au.