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Finance Business Partner - AFL NT


Company : AFL - Australian Football League


Location : Darwin, Australia


Created : 2025-04-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About UsAs an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.About The RoleThe position of Finance Business Partner AFL NT is responsible for advising and assisting the AFL NT team on both financial and management accounting measures to ensure decisions can be made to achieve the best possible outcome for the business.The Finance Business Partner has responsibility for maintaining and executing the AFLs management accounting activities, including budgeting and forecasting. The role will also be responsible for the management of a variety of Government funding, assisting end-to-end finance processes for each department, and for supporting the business planning and budgeting requirements.Job ProfileDay in the life what you will be responsible for:Production of monthly management reporting, including monthly variance analysis, and annual budgets and forecasts in conjunction with the businessManagement of Government funding including supporting the team to unlock new grant funding opportunitiesBuild strong working relationships and establishing trust with the business including cost centre managers and Heads of departmentsLiaise with cost centre managers to ensure adequate cost control and accurate reportingProvide financial leadership and accounting support to cost centre managers and Heads of departmentsContribute to and support ad hoc project working groups with project accounting, forecasting, and reporting, as requiredPresent various financial results and analysis, as requiredSupport and improve project reporting for the Indigenous Programs teamPartner with key stakeholders to upskill and educate the business on financial processes, and general business acumenSupport the business with the management of tenders and new business proposalsChallenge the status quo and champion finance as well as enterprise-level transformationFinancial AccountingProvide support to the financial reporting team and their processesProvide support to the annual audit processCore CompetenciesAccuracy and reliability of financial performance reporting against approved income, expenditure and cash flow budgets and forecastsImprovement of business area alignment with financial processes and policiesAppreciation for technology and championing change to support good decision makingAbility to prioritise, seek support when appropriate, and manage deadlinesForward-thinking with strong decision making and problem-solving skillsExperienced in building rapport with people at all levels of the organisationCommitment to personal growth, team growth and continuous improvementMandatoryTertiary level Accounting qualifications and post-graduate qualifications e.g. CPA/CAMinimum 3 to 5 years of experience in an Accounting roleExperience in working with Government bodies and management of Government fundingAdvanced level of knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly ExcelDesirablePrior experience or knowledge of sporting administration businessExperience with a cloud-based budgeting and forecastingPrior experience in using Workday Adaptive and Dynamics 365OUR CULTUREPlease visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisationTHE PERKSPlay The Day Your Way a flexible approach to your working lifeMy Development lean into the AFLs My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learningPlay Well access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplaceMy Benefits with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discountsAFL Silver Memberships permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!Applications Close: 2 May 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr