The purpose of the position is to manage and coordinate CRRDA’s team of Finance Business Partners and internal/management reporting whilst partnering with the Business to provide strategic and operational financial, cost management and accounting support. The position reports to the Head of Finance Operations (HoFO) and is supported by the Finance Business Partner (FBP) team consisting of 4 FBPs and a Senior Business Analyst. This role contributes to the financial performance of the Delivery Authority by working in partnership with managers in the relevant Business Area’s; the Finance, Procurement and Project Controls teams; the Program delivery teams and external stakeholders where required.

Job details

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational analysis and advice for the HoFO, CFO and the Executive Leadership Team with respect to the CRRDA's financial and cost management matters including making recommendations regarding the resolution of financial issues that impact organisational performance.
• Manage the delivery of high-quality finance business partner services including internal and management reporting; overseeing and reviewing the month end management accounting, budgeting and forecasting processes; implementation of the CRRDA Cost Management Plan; and management of the Cost Management System.
• Manage and prepare the regular and ad hoc internal financial reporting requirements of CRRDA including preparation of monthly management and cost reports and supporting materials, quarterly review packs, and midyear and annual budget processes
• Manage, train, develop and mentor the Finance Business Partner team including reviewing and authorising work performed by direct and indirect reports.
• Provide reporting inputs including cashflow, cost performance, trend and variance analysis into monthly Project and Program Reviews, Quarterly portfolio Reviews and financial reports.
• Manage cost inputs into organisational-wide risk and change management processes.  Support project level variation processes including variations to major works contracts, consultant support packages and internal Cost Breakdown Structure changes.
• Professionally communicate, liaise and negotiate with CRRDA's key stakeholders.
• Work in partnership with the Finance Manager and Procurement Lead to provide a superior Finance and Procurement function and support the DA in the delivery of its objectives.
• Lead and manage the continuous improvement of the CRRDA financial reporting and cost management systems and processes to ensure that financial administration is undertaken in a cost effective and user-friendly manner.
• Develop a close partnership with Business Unit management/ Program Delivery teams to support the Business Unit/Projects to achieve their financial objectives and the financial aspects of other business objectives.
• Undertake various duties regarding financial delegations, compliance matters and general finance activities for the Delivery Authority as required.
• Assist the HoFO to respond to business requirements.
• Undertake other activities as directed by the Delivery Authority.

Key competencies:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following key competencies:

• A minimum 7 years' experience in senior finance roles in a commercial, project or similar environment.
• Proven skills and experience in undertaking management accounting activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail and an ability to be operational outcomes focussed and meet strict project deadlines and reporting timelines.
• Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in Microsoft Excel and accounting and reporting systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and other relevant stakeholders in order to deliver high quality customer focused services and continually improve outcomes.
• Be self-driven and take the initiative to ensure the achievement of personal and team deliverables, targets and superior outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar and completed CA/CPA qualifications.

How to apply:

Please provide the following information for the selection panel to assess your suitability for this role:

• A two page application on how your experience, abilities, and knowledge are relevant for the role, referring to the ‘Key Competencies' section.
• Your current CV or resume, including the names and contact details of two referees. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate/past supervisor.

Further information

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Applications close 3pm Friday 12 March 2021. Please ensure you download the attachment and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

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• PD - Finance Business Partner Manager (PDF, 125KB)
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