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EL2 Director, Finance Business Partner (FBP) Corporate IT and Financial Governance

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) · Canberra ACT

Hiring organisation
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
Location
Canberra ACT
Employment
Fixed term
Salary
$152,362–$182,891
Posted
20 July 2026
Closing date
17 August 2026
Source checked
27 July 2026

About this role

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary, Finance Branch, the Director, Finance Business Partner is responsible for enabling DEWR to deliver against its business outcomes by providing high-quality, timely and strategic financial services and advice whilst ensuring DEWR meets its statutory financial management obligations. The current vacancy would have specific responsibility for leading the team that provides Finance Business Partner services to our two IT divisions. The IT divisions in the department provide a number of shared services across governance and therefore a strong commercial understanding would be beneficial in this role. This position also manages the financial governance framework for the department and will have the opportunity to continue to move this to a principle based, fit for purpose framework. We are seeking a senior, strategic finance professional to lead the delivery of high-quality financial management, advice, and governance. This role requires strong leadership, enterprise-wide thinking, and the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels in a complex and dynamic environment. • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial management, including budget allocations, reporting, and mid-year reviews. • Lead the development of annual budgets, forward estimates, and long-term financial strategies. • Oversee monthly management reporting and ensure robust assurance, governance, and control frameworks are in place. • Deliver high-quality financial analysis and strategic advice to senior executives. • Partner with business areas to shape financial strategy and support organisational objectives. • Contribute to divisional leadership, including business planning, performance management, and organisational priorities. • Lead and manage a team, fostering capability development, performance, and engagement. • Oversee the preparation and review of complex financial materials in accordance with legislation, policies, and frameworks. • Lead and maintain financial governance frameworks including AAI’s, and delegations. About You You are an experienced Finance Business Partner operating at the EL2 level, with a strong track record of providing strategic financial leadership and advice. You bring sound judgement, a collaborative approach, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders to achieve high-quality outcomes in a complex environment.

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