Finance Business Partner
Strategic finance leadership at Westmead Hospital
Partner with senior clinicians & executives to drive performance
High-impact role influencing LHD-wide financial outcomes
Manage and drive divisional financial performance, build insights, and partner with clinical leaders to optimise health service outcomes.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 31/12/2026)
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $66.69 - $75.76 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location:Westmead Hospital
An outstanding opportunity exists for an experienced finance professional to join one of NSW's largest healthcare facilities as a Finance Business Partner. The ideal candidate will bring NSW Health or public sector finance experience, strong accounting expertise, and demonstrated business partnering capabilities.
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, Westmead Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a clinical portfolio across all aspects of financial management, analysis, and strategic business partnering.
Where you'll be working
You'll be joining Westmead Hospital, one of the largest and most dynamic tertiary hospitals in Australia, as part of Western Sydney Local Health District. This is a high-performing, purpose-driven environment where financial expertise directly supports the delivery of world-class healthcare.
In this role, you'll be embedded within a collaborative and forward-focused finance and performance team, working closely with operational and clinical leaders who are passionate about improving patient outcomes and system efficiency.
Be part of a leading metropolitan health service delivering complex care at scale
Work alongside senior clinicians, operational leaders and finance experts
Contribute to system-wide financial sustainability and service improvement
Exposure to diverse, high-impact clinical portfolios and strategic initiatives
Supportive leadership environment with strong focus on professional growth
What you'll be doing
As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and driving performance across your portfolio. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will translate financial data into meaningful insights that support informed decision-making and operational excellence.
Partner with divisional and departmental leaders to provide financial advice and strategic guidance
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes aligned to organisational priorities
Analyse revenue, expenditure, and workforce trends to identify risks, opportunities, and improvements
Deliver clear, actionable reporting and insights on financial performance, cost drivers, and variances
Coach and support non-finance leaders to build capability in interpreting financial information and driving accountability
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Selection Criteria:
1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in management, business or accounting or extensive equivalent work experience.
2. Demonstrated evidence of experience in financial or business management.
3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills that support the primary business function of a large organisation.
4. Demonstrated high level analytical skills using financial, statistical, human resources and management data systems to pro-actively improve business performance.
5. Excellent written and oral communication skills, marketing and customer service skills applicable in both a technical and business context.
6. Demonstrated experience and proficiency in using financial computer systems such as Oracle as well as high level computer skills in PC based applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Access.
7. Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills, proven ability to meet deadlines.
8. Ability to work both within and team environment and independently.
Requisition ID: REQ662066
Applications Close: 29th June 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Anne Caboche on [email protected] or 0419 987 345.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
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