About the role The Senior Finance Partner (Flood Recovery) provides specialist financial leadership to ensure Council’s flood‑recovery programs are accurately planned, governed and reported. The role delivers high‑level financial advice, oversees compliance with disaster‑recovery funding requirements, and partners closely with project and operational teams to support effective, transparent recovery outcomes for the community. Some of your key responsibilities will include: Deliver financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and analysis for flood‑recovery programs Oversee financial governance and ensure compliance with QRA, NDRAA and other funding requirements Prepare timely financial reporting, variance analysis and expenditure updates for leaders and governance groups Manage end‑to‑end financial processes including ledgers, cost allocations, accruals, reconciliations and audit‑ready documentation Partner with operational teams to identify financial risks, cost pressures, savings and funding implications Prepare business cases, funding submissions and financial assessments for recovery initiatives View the position description for more details about the role. About you To be successful in this role you will have: Bachelor's degree in a business or financial discipline Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, general ledger accounting, project accounting and business partnering Experience using spreadsheet, database, ERP and financial reporting systems Strong interpersonal, planning and organisational skills Substantial accounting skills including budgeting, mangement accounting and financial and business analysis Ability to work in line with our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership About the benefits This is a full time, fixed term position for approximately 11 months with a salary starting at $110,838 plus 12.5% superannuation. Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends Health and well-being: Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more About us Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities. Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: ‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.' We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people. Join us If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you. Please apply online and submit: A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold Closing date: 31 March 2026 Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au. Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks. Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
