• Paying between $72.73-$74.98ph + super
• Abbotsford VIC location with WFH flexibility provided
• Temp contract opportunity until End of December 2026

About the Role

Our client are a local government organisation based in Abbotsford, VIC. They are currently seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to come in and join their team on a temp contract opportunity until end of December 2026.

Candidates for this position must have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business or Finance

• CPA/CA qualification (Desirable)

• Experience with Technology One System

• Previous experience as a Finance Business Partner

Key responsibilities will include:

• Budgeting & Long-Term Planning: Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Annual Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan to ensure Council’s multi-year financial sustainability.

• Statutory Reporting & Audit: Manage the preparation of Annual Financial Statements and lead the external audit process, ensuring full compliance with Australian Accounting Standards.

• Management Accounting: Deliver monthly performance reports and technical advice to the Executive and Audit Committee, maintaining rigorous internal controls over budget profiles.

• Business Partnering & Support: Act as a strategic advisor to Council Branches, providing financial insights and service excellence to help departmental leaders achieve their operational goals.

• Systems & Process Optimisation: Provide expert support for financial software (Technology One) and continuously streamline accounting workflows to improve service delivery and efficiency.

• Policy & Strategic Contribution: Develop strategic Branch plans and recommend new financial policies to align Council operations with industry best practices and evolving regulations.

• Unit Leadership & Compliance: Coordinate team activities to meet corporate goals while ensuring strict adherence to OHS requirements and professional development standards.

About You

You will be an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner with proven experience and reliability in previous positions.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business or Finance
• CPA/CA qualification (Desirable)
• Experience with Technology One System
• Previous experience as a Finance Business Partner

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.