Finance Business Partner

We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join our Finance Advisory team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who thrives on making a real impact—providing expert financial analysis, fostering strong business relationships, and helping shape strategic decisions.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, timely and expert financial advice to support operational decision-making and business improvement for the Waste Solutions department. You’ll work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation, providing insights that influence business performance and contribute to strategic success.

Day-to-day you can expect to work on:

· Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with business leaders and the wider finance team to help achieve organisational goals.

· Lead the planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for designated departments and/or business units.

· Deliver high-quality financial reporting and insightful performance analysis to drive informed decisions.

· Act as a trusted advisor—challenging, supporting, and promoting sound financial practices across the business.

· Understand key business drivers and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and solutions.

· Coach and develop non-finance colleagues to build financial capability across the organisation.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach. A proven experience in a similar finance partnering or commercial finance role.

Certainly you'll also have sound knowledge of financial frameworks and the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insight. A proactive mindset with the ability to think critically and solve problems.

You will also need a Degree in finance, commerce or business management and professional registration with CA or similar professional qualification desirable.

Outcomes & Impact

· Deliver accurate, reliable, and timely financial advice.

· Foster strong, collaborative partnerships with departments and business units.

· Identify challenges and opportunities, and lead on developing practical, effective solutions.

· Champion continuous improvement and contribute to a high-performing Finance team.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment. 
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close Wednesday, 2nd July 2025

The salary range for this role is $85k-$100k

Please note we will be reviewing applications as we receive them so please do not delay in applying

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.