Senior Finance Business Partner

Job Title Senior Finance Business Partner Job Description Summary Lead a team of accountants and own the financial management of a major government contract at Cushman & Wakefield. You’ll run monthly reporting, budgets and forecasts, and be the trusted finance partner to the client. Job Description Location: Melbourne Eligibility: Australian Citizenship mandatory Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance Key Responsibilities Monthly Monitoring - Own the timely delivery of all monthly financial requirements to Government Agencies, Executives, and operational leaders. - Monitor performance against financial KPIs under the contract and ensure compliance with all reporting deadlines. - Lead regular meetings with your team and stakeholders to ensure financial and operational KPIs are met. - Review overall contract P&L, including accruals, prepayments, variance analysis, and commentary. - Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and internal controls, including clearing aged items and outstanding queries. Budgets & Planning - Lead the delivery of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for the client. - Define, review, and agree on key assumptions, processes, and outputs with internal teams and the client. - Support business streams to complete budgets on time and in line with client requirements. - Identify risks and opportunities impacting full‑year performance and develop mitigation strategies. - Drive analytical reviews, year‑on‑year analysis, and deep‑dive commentary to support decision‑making. Relationship Management - Deliver high‑quality financial services to clients under the contract. - Provide financial support to operational and service delivery colleagues. - Execute operational plans set by leadership and ensure alignment with client expectations. Client Engagement - Represent Cushman & Wakefield professionally and ensure all work meets the highest standards. - Adapt quickly to changing client needs and maintain strong rapport to minimise escalations. - Raise blockers early to avoid unnecessary issues with senior clients. - Identify and flag cross‑selling opportunities to leadership. - Understand how your role connects to the broader account and ensure seamless collaboration across workstreams. Other Responsibilities - Perform additional duties as required by your manager. - Support major functions or events, including occasional extended hours during peak periods. - Develop and maintain operational standards, process maps, playbooks, and operating manuals. About You Leadership & Behavioural Capabilities - Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a team of qualified accountants. - Strong commercial mindset with a focus on value creation and continuous improvement. - Excellent communication skills, including the ability to chair meetings and present complex financial concepts to non‑finance stakeholders. - Strong analytical reasoning and ability to “tell the story” behind the numbers. - Comfortable working in ambiguity and navigating change. - Exceptional relationship management, influencing, and negotiation skills. Technical Skills - Qualified Accountant (CPA, CIMA, CFA, or CA). - Advanced Excel and PowerBI skills; experience with Anaplan and Blackline is advantageous. - Strong understanding of AASB16 Lease Accounting. - Experience with JDE, SAP, or other large ERP systems. Why Join Cushman & Wakefield? - Be part of a global organisation committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. - Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with clear pathways for career progression. - Supportive environment that values work‑life balance, flexibility, and employee wellbeing. As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”