STRATEGIC FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

The Role

Brisbane City Council is embarking on a dynamic period of transformation, entering a new era focused on delivering meaningful, sustainable outcomes for our community. We are committed to shaping a brighter future for Brisbane, and now is your opportunity to be part of this exciting journey.

As one of our Strategic Finance Business Partners, you will step into a newly created, influential role where you’ll be a trusted financial partner to Group Executives and their leadership teams. You’ll play a central part in shaping the strategic direction of both the business and our city, using your financial expertise to provide insightful analysis, expert advice, and actionable recommendations that drive high-impact decisions. Your work will ensure that finance and operations are seamlessly integrated, enabling smart and responsible budget management that supports Council’s priorities and enhances performance across all levels.

This is a rare chance to collaborate with passionate colleagues throughout the organisation, champion alignment on key priorities, and influence the Group’s strategic and financial direction. You’ll be making a tangible difference to Council’s vision for a thriving, inclusive Brisbane—where your contribution will help deliver positive change for both the organisation and the community we serve. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, we invite you to join us on this exciting path forward.

There are three Strategic Finance Business Partner roles available. They will be allocated to each group based on skills, experience and demonstrated understanding of the relevant business areas within each Group. The Groups these roles will support are:

• Public Transport Services
• Infrastructure Services
• Corporate Services and Governance and Legal Services

  To be successful you will have:

• demonstrated evidence of capabilities in Council’s Leadership Blueprint to deliver performance excellence and a values-based culture
• extensive practical experience in the effective delivery of financial and managerial accounting services including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis and reporting
• highly developed business and commercial acumen with an excellent ability achieve effective results in a complex and evolving organisation
• proven ability to influence and shape strategic direction through thought leadership and effective management styles
• highly developed interpersonal skills with an exceptional ability to negotiate, consult, coordinate, and communicate effectively across all levels of staff and management
• exceptional analytical, research and problem-solving skills including developing, reviewing, analysing, and presenting financial and program information
• proven success in building and nurturing a high performing team in a matrix style reporting structure.

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position against the key selection criteria.

This role may require a qualification and Criminal History Check.

For more information: Please email Karen Flowers Bishop on karen.flowersbishop@brisbane.qld.gov.au

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Friday 6^th February 2026

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.