Manager, Finance Partnering
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jun 23, 2026
Job Description:
Finance Client Partnering
Full-time (100%), Fixed-Term position
Base salary will be in the range $120,317 - $134,892 + 17% super (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a Manager, Finance Partnering to join our collaborative and high-performing finance function as a trusted strategic advisor to senior academic and professional leaders. In this purposeful and influential role, you will deliver evidence-based financial insight and forward-looking advice to support decision-making across a complex and dynamic funding environment. You will work closely with stakeholders across the University to strengthen financial capability, improve performance and drive outcomes aligned to UQ’s strategy.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading budgetary control activities across client business units, including expenditure and variation analysis, and advising on control mechanisms that strengthen fiscal accountability, transparency and financial performance.
Delivering high-impact, end-to-end financial advisory and commercial services across complex portfolios, aligned to university strategy, policy settings and funding frameworks.
Providing clear reporting, commentary and analysis on performance against objectives, critical success factors and KPIs, and identifying opportunities for improvement and value creation.
Building trusted partnerships with executive stakeholders while mentoring and developing capability across teams through coaching, collaboration, inclusivity and psychologically safe leadership.
About You
Postgraduate qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and professional experience.
Membership of a professional institution such as CPA, CA or equivalent.
Demonstrated financial leadership and strategic partnering experience within a large, complex organisation.
Proven ability to deliver evidence-based financial advice that influences executive and institutional decision-making.
Strong financial accounting, analysis and reporting capability, including experience supporting planning, forecasting, monitoring and performance commentary.
Significant experience managing and delivering project-based accounting and advisory services in complex stakeholder and policy environments.
Highly developed relationship management, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across diverse groups.
A collaborative, inclusive and values-led leadership style, with experience mentoring others and contributing to a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Timothy Robinson, Associate Director, Finance Partnering - [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 5 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65904).
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Job Description:
Finance Client Partnering
Full-time (100%), Fixed-Term position
Base salary will be in the range $120,317 - $134,892 + 17% super (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a Manager, Finance Partnering to join our collaborative and high-performing finance function as a trusted strategic advisor to senior academic and professional leaders. In this purposeful and influential role, you will deliver evidence-based financial insight and forward-looking advice to support decision-making across a complex and dynamic funding environment. You will work closely with stakeholders across the University to strengthen financial capability, improve performance and drive outcomes aligned to UQ’s strategy.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading budgetary control activities across client business units, including expenditure and variation analysis, and advising on control mechanisms that strengthen fiscal accountability, transparency and financial performance.
Delivering high-impact, end-to-end financial advisory and commercial services across complex portfolios, aligned to university strategy, policy settings and funding frameworks.
Providing clear reporting, commentary and analysis on performance against objectives, critical success factors and KPIs, and identifying opportunities for improvement and value creation.
Building trusted partnerships with executive stakeholders while mentoring and developing capability across teams through coaching, collaboration, inclusivity and psychologically safe leadership.
About You
Postgraduate qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and professional experience.
Membership of a professional institution such as CPA, CA or equivalent.
Demonstrated financial leadership and strategic partnering experience within a large, complex organisation.
Proven ability to deliver evidence-based financial advice that influences executive and institutional decision-making.
Strong financial accounting, analysis and reporting capability, including experience supporting planning, forecasting, monitoring and performance commentary.
Significant experience managing and delivering project-based accounting and advisory services in complex stakeholder and policy environments.
Highly developed relationship management, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across diverse groups.
A collaborative, inclusive and values-led leadership style, with experience mentoring others and contributing to a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Timothy Robinson, Associate Director, Finance Partnering - [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 5 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65904).
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