About the role

Mater’s Group Finance Business Advisory team is currently seeking an exceptional Assistant Finance Business Partner in a full-time and permanent capacity based at South Brisbane.

The purpose of the role is to support the Senior Finance Business Partner in delivering management accounting functions. This opportunity is aimed at someone currently studying or a newly qualified person seeking to leverage existing business partnering skills and experience moving into a partnering and advisory focused team.

Salary range: $90,832 - $100,070 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As the Assistant Finance Business Partner, you will support and assist Finance Business Partners to:

• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and anomalies and provide insights to support decision-making by senior management
• Supports ledger integrity and month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing journals, accruals and ledger reviews
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information, resolve discrepancies and ensure ledger integrity
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering relevant financial information, preparing budget schedules, and updating forecast models
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable transactions
• Assist in business cases, financial modelling, variance analysis, and grant application administration
• Identify, document, and monitor opportunities and risks and actively participate in Performance and Accountability Framework activities

About you

To be successful in your application, you will have the following:

• Relevant tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in accountancy, economics, commerce, finance, or related discipline
• Associated relevant professional registration (e.g., CPA or CA qualified), highly desirable
• Relevant management accounting experience, within a large healthcare organisation or complex service organisation is desirable
• Knowledge of key accounting principles and practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data analysis
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Wednesday, 28th May 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.