Finance Business Partner

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed term position Full Time (1.0 EFT / 80 Hours) 
• Managers and Administrative Workers Grade 6 (HS6)
• Great staff benefits!
• Located at The Alfred

The Department

The Finance Department provides financial and ancillary services to Alfred Health. These include Financial Accounting, Financial Services, Data and Analytics, Performance Monitoring and Reporting, Capital Expenditure and Asset Management, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Patient Revenue Services, Treasury, HRIS and Payroll, Procurement, Property and Supply Chain. 
The Financial Services Team within the Finance Department provides comprehensive financial support to all areas of Alfred Health, ensuring effective financial planning, monitoring, and reporting. Key functions include financial planning and analysis, finance business partnering, funding monitoring, and management accounting.

The Role

The Finance Business Partner reports to either the Manager, Corporate Support or the Manager, Finance Business Partners or the Senior Finance Business Partner depending on the Program. This role is responsible for accurate and timely financial budgeting, reporting, and providing customer-focused business partnering and financial support. Key duties include producing budgets, forecasting, financial analysis, and ensuring accurate month/year-end reporting. The role supports strategic decision-making and financial performance within clinical programs by analyzing financial drivers, identifying efficiencies, and assuring the quality of financial elements, including business cases.  

The position involves building strong relationships with senior operational staff to integrate finance as a core component of operational units and helping teams develop strong financial and business skills. It ensures high-quality service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders, working closely with various managers, program directors, and senior staff across the health service.

Qualifications and Experience required

Essential

• A business or accounting degree (or equivalent experience)
• A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants or Certified Practicing Accountants (or international equivalent)

Desirable

• Working understanding of project management and coordination
• Experience and knowledge relating to work in Victorian Public Health

Staff Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site Car & Bike Parking, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries, please contact Jenny Zheng, Manager Finance Business Partners on [email protected].

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 4th September 2025.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au