Executive Finance Manager - Business Partnering Join to apply for the Executive Finance Manager - Business Partnering role at CSIRO Executive Finance Manager - Business Partnering Join to apply for the Executive Finance Manager - Business Partnering role at CSIRO Acknowledgement of Country Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation Child safety CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy . The opportunity Join CSIRO - Australia's National Science and Innovation Agency Lead strategic financial outcomes and drive impactful organisational change Champion a collaborative, people-focused leadership approach As the Executive Finance Manager – Business Partnering you’ll lead the delivery of financial services and drive strategic financial outcomes that support organisational capability and change. You’ll be a people-focused leader who fosters trust, openness, and respectful communication, maintaining a visible and approachable presence across the organisation. With strong stakeholder engagement skills, you’ll bring sound judgement and diplomacy to collaborative decision-making. Your leadership will be agile and resilient, promoting adaptability and innovation whilst supporting your team and a culture that values diverse input and balanced outcomes. Your duties will include: Drive Strategic Financial Leadership by providing forward-looking financial insight that supports the organisation’s long-term goals. Ensure financial strategies are aligned with business objectives and proactively influence decision-making through sound commercial and strategic judgement. Communicate Financial Insights with Impact, able to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders. Effectively articulate the financial implications of proposed decisions and tailor messaging to suit different audiences across the organisation. Deliver Accurate Analysis and Business Intelligence applying analytical curiosity to interpret complex data sets, uncover trends, and identify opportunities. Producing timely, accurate, and reliable outputs that support evidence-based business decisions and build trust in financial leadership. Provide High-Level Financial and Governance Advice, delivering strategic and operational advice across all aspects of finance including planning, performance, compliance, and risk. Ensure finance governance is streamlined, transparent, and enables both compliance and agility. Lead Finance Capability and Team Performance Build by developing, coaching, and mentoring staff. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement that aligns team capability with organisational needs. Foster Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Business Collaboration, establishing and maintain trusted relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Actively promote cross-organisational collaboration, ensuring finance is positioned as a strategic business partner. Model Visible, People-Centred Leadership Champion an open, inclusive, and respectful culture. Be a visible and approachable leader who supports staff, leads with integrity, and engages consistently across all levels of the organisation. Location: Boonwurrung land (Melbourne - Clayton), Wajuk land (Perth - Kensington), Yuggera land (Brisbane - Pullenvale, Dutton Park, St Lucia) or Eora land (Sydney - Marsfield) Salary: Attractive remuneration package on offer Tenure: Indefinite Reference: 100827 To be considered you will need: A degree in finance, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience), in conjunction with demonstrated achievement in advisory and managerial roles in finance and business management. Demonstrated experience of 10 years in a complex large organisation in a finance, business support and advisory capacity. Demonstrated experience in developing effective relationships and interacting with senior stakeholders including executive and unit leadership teams. Deep proven understanding and effective practical application of financial management including budgeting, financial planning and analysis. Strong proficiency in spreadsheet modelling and financial analysis tools, with the ability to distil complex data into clear business insights. A demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing of staff, willing to challenge the status quo in pursuit of Zero Harm. Proven ability to foster effective relationships, using complex influencing strategies to ensure alignment between client or stakeholder needs and CSIRO’s objectives. Demonstrated history of anticipating and successfully managing complex problems in ambiguous situations. A significant record of innovation and creativity plus the ability & willingness to incorporate and/or promote the inclusion of novel ideas and approaches into projects of all sizes and scale. Desirable: Membership of a recognised accounting body such as CPA or CAANZ. For full details about this role please review the Position Description Eligibility Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens, the successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting 1 Level Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements. Flexible working arrangements We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Diversity and inclusion We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. About CSIRO At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people. Join us and start creating tomorrow today! How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Applications close 11 August 2025, 11:00pm AEST Seniority level Seniority level Executive Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance and Sales Industries Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CSIRO by 2x Get notified about new Finance Manager jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia . 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