Principal Finance Business Partner

Cross River Rail is one of the largest transport projects in Queensland, it will set the foundation for a world-class, integrated public transport system in SEQ that will transform Queensland Rail and the way we operate.  Our Major Projects finance team are seeking a Principal Finance Business Partner to join them on a permanent full-time basis. Reporting to the Finance Manager Business Partner, this role will see you provide advice and support to Queensland Rail staff and management on all facets of financial performance.

We are seeking a Principal Finance Business Partner who has extensive knowledge of the strategic commercial and financial issues facing a large infrastructure business. You will need to have experience working in a diverse organisation and be comfortable building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

As Principal Finance Business Partner you will be responsible for undertaking high quality analysis and interpretation of the drivers of financial performance using financial models and other tools.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• High level of interpersonal and relationship management skills including influencing, consultation, liaison, negotiation as well as oral and written communication skills.
• High level of skill in analysing financial performance and provision of financial, accounting and commercial advice for all levels of management in a large and highly diverse organisation.
• High level of skill in modelling and analysing financial performance by working as an integral member of a small professional team.
• Extensive knowledge of financial and accounting standards, generally acceptable accounting principles and Legislation relevant to the financial administration and management of a large and highly diverse organisation.

All candidates who wish to be considered for this position must have a degree in Accounting/Econ/ and ideally be CPA, or equivalent, qualified.

The salary for this role is approximately $123,000.00 + Superannuation + Free rail travel to and from work.

Principal Finance Business Partner

If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience please apply to Principal Finance Business Partner (637) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining your relevant experience by 11:59pm Friday the 5th of March 2021.

IMPORTANT NOTE: CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES 

Queensland Rail employees must apply for vacancies via the People Connect solution and not via the external Queensland Rail career site or Seek using one of the following options: 

1. While at home or on the go at anytime, anywhere using the People Connect Solution on a personal device not connected to the Queensland Rail IT network or LAN. Please note you will need to set up Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) on your account profile. There are two options to do this: 

• Install the Microsoft Authenticator app on your smartphone. 
• If your phone does not support the app, or you do not wish to use an app, you can authenticate by either an automated phone call or a 6-digit verification code received via a text message. 

2. While at work signed via the People Connect solution (Single Sign On) using a Queensland Rail corporate device connected to the Queensland Rail IT network or LAN. 

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Queensland Rail embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way.  We have built the foundation for diversity in the areas of gender balance, First Nations Peoples, Youth, Disability and Multiculturalism. We continue to establish and integrate key programs such as QRWomen, Graduate and Apprentice Programs, Work and Welcome, Returned to Work processes, Employee Assistance Program, as well as Queensland Rail First Nations and LGBTIQ+ Staff Reference Groups.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ellie Proctor with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.