Senior Finance Business Partner - Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Senior Finance Business Partner - Botanic Gardens of Sydney
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Job Description
Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.
- Permanent full-time opportunity (35 hours/week)
- Based at Botanic Gardens of Sydney hybrid working arrangements available
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super
Come join us! Were on a journey to transform our finance function to support the Botanic Gardens of Sydney to achieve its ambitious and inspiring Purpose and Vision. Are you a visionary accountant with a passion for communication purpose innovation and a knack for leveraging technology to achieve best practice We are seeking dynamic individuals to join our team as future-thinking accountants.
The role
In this role youll lead a team to deliver financial advisory and analytics services for the Botanic Gardens of Sydney guiding executive and senior management with expert insights in budgeting forecasting and financial planning. By ensuring transparent data-driven support youll aid in setting and monitoring budgets developing business cases and advising on savings initiativesall aligned with organizational goals and government objectives.
With a focus on timely impactful reporting and a strategic approach to complex issues youll work collaboratively across directorates to strengthen financial performance and enhance decision-making. Youll be instrumental in fostering a proactive solutions-driven financial culture in a dynamic environment.
This hybrid role offers flexibility while ensuring strong on-site collaboration. Youll work at least three days per week in an approved Botanic Gardens office our offices are located within the beautiful gardens at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan and Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Finance Business Partner
What you will bring to the role
Ideal candidates are proactive problem-solvers with a strong foundation in accounting principles and a keen interest in collaborating with stakeholders to ensure organisational outcomes are achieved. If you are excited about transforming traditional accounting practices and contributing to a future-ready finance team we want to hear from you!
- A creative and proactive approach to problem-solving with the ability to think outside the box and find innovative solutions to move projects forward.
- Proven experience delivering strategic financial insights to senior management backed by strong communication and engagement skills.
- A collaborative mindset enjoying teamwork and sharing ideas to achieve the best outcomes.
- Initiative and sound judgment in complex situations with a strong ability to independently address challenges.
- In-depth knowledge of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 Treasurers Directions and Australian Accounting Standards along with an understanding of relevant Government policies.
What is an essential requirement:
- A member of a recognised professional accounting body such as CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia & NZ with demonstrated post qualification experience in a senior finance and business advisory role.
About us
Botanic Gardens of Sydney under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust is Australias oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural heritage and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydneys leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international national and regional visitors making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.
Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 10th September 2025.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Dana Sampath onor .
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02)- HR Support option 3 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
