Finance Business Partner

• Flexible Location: Aruma Footprint - NSW / VIC / QLD / ACT

The Role

The Senior Finance Business Partner (SFBP) plays a critical role within the Finance Team, providing insightful advice on financial performance in relation to Aruma’s strategic objectives. The role supports the executive team, general managers, and their teams to ensure Aruma remains a sustainable, purpose‑driven organisation that uses its financial resources wisely to achieve its purpose, strategic direction, and operational and commercial goals.

Working closely with operational leaders and colleagues across the finance function, the SFBP delivers analysis, insights, and recommendations that inform decision‑making and strengthen financial performance. The position leads the ongoing improvement of Aruma’s integrated insights, planning, and reporting processes and capabilities.

From a people leadership perspective, the role includes day‑to‑day coaching and development of one direct report, as well as contributing to broader leadership within the finance team.

What you need to be successful in this role...

• Degree‑level qualification, CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent), MBA desirable.
• Minimum five years’ senior experience in financial planning and analysis or a related field.
• Proven experience in large, multi‑site, multi‑department organisations (turnover $150m+).
• Senior exposure to high‑volume, multi‑site, low‑margin operating environments.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving capability using diverse data sources.
• Strong business intelligence skills (Power BI or similar) and solid knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Advanced Excel skills, including handling large multi‑source datasets; VBA and SQL an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement across financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Strong stakeholder presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organisations, build relationships, and influence without direct authority.
• Strong project and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver outcomes.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to identify viable opportunities and financial outcomes.

Benefits of working with Aruma!

• Competitive Salary Package: Be rewarded for your hard work with an attractive salary, plus a laptop.
• Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free. Salary Packaging Calculator | Accesspay
• Continuous Learning Opportunities: Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom to create a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle, with options that put you in control.
• Supportive Team Environment: Focus on what you do best, with strong operational and administrative support behind you every step of the way.
• Incredible Perks: Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, we take care of our team.
• A Culture Like No Other: Be part of a vibrant, positive work environment filled with team-building activities and a strong sense of community.
• Call to Action: Join Aruma, where your career journey and well-being are our top priorities.

About Us

Aruma is a leading Australian for-purpose, values-driven organisation dedicated to helping people with disabilities live the life they envision. Operating across Eastern Australia, Aruma supports over 5,000 individuals, employs more than 5,000 staff, and boasts an annual turnover of around $500 million. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as the NDIS and social and technological advancements reshape the landscape of disability support in Australia. Aruma | Disability services. Putting you first.

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Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.