Finance Business Partner

at  Sahmriresearch

Summary
Full-Time, 2-Year Contract
At the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), we are committed to achieving innovative, ground-breaking health and medical research that fundamentally improves the quality of life for all people.
An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join SAHMRI. In this position, you will work closely with the Finance team and multiple departments throughout SAHMRI. Responsibilities include preparation of financial reports, monitoring performance, and forecasting budget and future performance to support departments and projects across the institute. Using your expert analytical skills, and under the guidance of the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, you will support in identifying trends and variances and provide insights to department areas.
Degree qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or Economics and CPA/CA qualification, as well as ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders are essential for success in this position.
About the role

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop an understanding of all areas of SAHMRI’s business and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare monthly financial information for allocated projects and / or themes to relevant internal stakeholders, providing users with insights to assist them with the financial management of their project or department
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including in the preparation of grant acquittal statements
• Support the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in the delivery of the annual budget and forecast update processes, including:
• Assisting in the development of budget and forecast templates to be used by the wider team
• Engaging with internal project and / or theme stakeholders to prepare project-level budgets and forecasts
• Identifying trends in reported financial information and other non-financial information to be considered in future updates
• Ensuring budgets and forecasts are developed in line with SAHMRI’s guidelines and overall strategic direction
• Identify process improvements and work with the team to develop solutions
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc queries and analysis, as required

About You

The successful candidate will possess the following key attributes:

• An appropriate degree in Accounting, Commerce or Economics
• CPA/CA qualified
• Strong analytical skills, with keen attention to detail and ability to identify trends in data
• Demonstratable experience in assisting with the preparation of financial reports
• An ability to transform complex financial information into a suitable format for a variety of audiences
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the capacity to build positive relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders as a trusted advisor who is able to enhance finance acumen across the organisation
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and work under pressure
• Ability to work productively within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to be able to work independently at times
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Experience using medium-sized financial information systems
• Experience within a Big 4 or comparable service-based environment an advantage, but not essential
• Understanding of accounting requirements of not-for-profit entities an advantage

Special Requirements

• Some out of hours’ work may be required.
• DCSI Employment Screening and Police Checks may be required.

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values and our institute is dedicated to grow a culture that pursues, enables and demands research excellence. We are proud of the work we do and work hard as a team to make a positive difference to the community. Our values of excellence, innovation, courage, integrity and teamwork are what help us achieve our goals. If these are also your values and goals, apply today.
As a not-for-profit organisation, SAHMRI employees can access salary packaging options up to $15,900. Salary packaging lets you pay for things like the everyday costs of living with money from your salary before tax. This reduces your taxable income, meaning you could pay less tax and take home more of what you earn. For more information on salary packaging please see the Maxxia website.
For a copy of the position description, please click here.
For more information, please contact Leanne LeCornu at Leanne.LeCornu@sahmri.com
Applications close: 11:29pm ACST Wednesday 17th July 2024
Applications may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is found prior to the close date.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply
SAHMRI is a member of the Athena SWAN Science in Australia Gender Equity program. We have been awarded Bronze status for our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEMM.
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Equity & Diversity at SAHMRI
At SAHMRI, we live our commitment to equity and diversity every day: respecting people as individuals and valuing differences to create a working environment that is fair and flexible, promotes personal and professional growth and benefits from the capabilities of a diverse workforce.

• Develop an understanding of all areas of SAHMRI’s business and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare monthly financial information for allocated projects and / or themes to relevant internal stakeholders, providing users with insights to assist them with the financial management of their project or department
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including in the preparation of grant acquittal statements
• Support the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in the delivery of the annual budget and forecast update processes, including:
• Assisting in the development of budget and forecast templates to be used by the wider team
• Engaging with internal project and / or theme stakeholders to prepare project-level budgets and forecasts
• Identifying trends in reported financial information and other non-financial information to be considered in future updates
• Ensuring budgets and forecasts are developed in line with SAHMRI’s guidelines and overall strategic direction
• Identify process improvements and work with the team to develop solutions
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc queries and analysis, as require