Director – Finance Business Partner at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

167151.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Management, Business Partnering, Budget Planning, Financial Reporting, Operational Activity Analysis, Forecasting, Cost Assessments, Fee Reviews, Business Case Preparation, Statutory Reporting, Strategic Support, Problem-Solving, Communication, Leadership, Risk Articulation, Financial Governance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 9 months with possibility of extension and or permanency Classification: Senior Officer Grade B (PN 01473) Salary: $149,172 – 167,151 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: 2 Bowes Street, Philip ACT Section: Internal Financial Reporting Unit Closing Date: 14th April 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to discounted gym membership. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists. • Onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop. • Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). About the Role: The Financial Management Unit within the Chief Financial Officer Division delivers high‑quality, consistent financial and business management support to the Divisions of Canberra Health Services, working closely with key stakeholders. The Unit is responsible for developing and managing budgets and plays a critical role in monitoring and enhancing performance against agreed indicators and targets. Finance Business Partners deliver a comprehensive suite of financial support services, including budget planning and oversight, divisional financial reporting, operational activity analysis, forecasting, cost assessments, and reviews of fees and charges. They also prepare business cases, manage re‑profiling and rollover requests, and coordinate ad hoc statutory reporting for external stakeholders. In addition, they provide tailored financial advice and strategic support to the various business divisions within the Canberra Health Services Directorate. Under the limited direction of the Senior Director, the role requires strong problem‑solving, communication, and financial management skills to effectively navigate and resolve complex financial matters. The position provides leadership and guidance to direct‑report Finance Business Partners, supporting them to deliver high‑quality advice while ensuring issues are appropriately analysed, risks are clearly articulated, and solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned with organisational objectives. The role also involves proactively engaging with senior stakeholders, exercising sound judgement in ambiguous or high‑pressure situations, and contributing to continuous improvement in financial governance, reporting, and decision‑making across the Directorate. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Mei Lin Lam at 02 5124 9649 or at Meilin.Lam@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

The Finance Business Partner delivers comprehensive financial support, including budget planning, divisional reporting, operational analysis, forecasting, and preparing business cases for Canberra Health Services divisions. This role also provides leadership and guidance to direct-report Finance Business Partners, ensuring complex financial matters are analyzed, risks are articulated, and solutions are practical and sustainable.