At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic finance initiatives and partner with senior leaders to drive commercial decisions.
- Company: Join CommBank, a leader in financial services focused on innovation and trust.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Shape the future of banking while influencing key financial strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance business partnering and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 144000 - 176000 $ per year.
Strategic finance leadership role supporting the Core Platforms and Infrastructure portfolio.
Partner with senior Technology and Finance leaders to shape commercial decisions.
Lead planning, performance insights and financial control across a complex portfolio.
In Financial Services, we support the Group's strategy of building tomorrow's bank today for our customers, with a focus on trust, resilience and capital generation. Financial Services partners across CommBank to provide specialist advice, support and services spanning finance, audit, treasury, property, procurement, climate strategy and investor relations.
Technology Finance provides financial control and management services to the Technology business unit. We work closely with stakeholders to build understanding of technology costs and shape current and future strategic and financial plans. Our team supports Technology to deliver its priorities, including delivery primacy, modern and future-ready technology and data, leadership in Agentic AI and GenAI at scale, and best-in-class security, resilience and reliability.
The Senior Manager, Finance Business Partnering role supports the Core Platforms and Infrastructure portfolio within the Group Chief Technology Office (GCTO). This role will provide strategic financial leadership, trusted advice and commercial insight to senior stakeholders, including Executive Managers and General Managers.
Technology Finance works at the intersection of finance, technology and strategy. The team turns complex financial and operational information into clear insights that support investment choices, cost discipline and sustainable business outcomes.
Your impact:
- As a Senior Manager, you will lead the finance partnership for your portfolio and influence decisions through forward-looking analysis, constructive challenge and high-quality financial governance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Build trusted relationships with Executive Managers, General Managers and senior Finance and Technology stakeholders.
- Lead driver-based annual budgeting, rolling forecasts and long-range financial planning.
- Own monthly management reporting, performance analysis and clear executive commentary.
- Translate financial and operational data into insights, options and recommendations for senior leaders.
- Lead financial modelling and commercial assessment of business plans, investments and strategic proposals.
- Provide constructive challenge on cost, value, risks, assumptions and delivery outcomes.
- Oversee contract reviews, accounting treatment, financial control and balance sheet ownership.
- Identify and lead process, reporting and control improvements that increase efficiency and decision quality.
- Coordinate priorities and deliverables across Finance and Technology teams, supporting capability uplift and consistent ways of working.
We're interested in hearing from people who have:
- Demonstrated experience in senior finance business partnering within a large, complex organisation.
- Strong commercial, accounting and financial management capability, supported by a CA or CPA qualification.
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, evidence-based challenge and advice.
- Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to convert complexity into practical insights.
- Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting and strategic decision support.
- A strong understanding of financial control, accounting treatment and balance sheet management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive-ready commentary and recommendations.
- The ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
- A continuous improvement mindset and track record of strengthening processes, governance and team capability.
If you are an experienced finance leader who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders, shaping strategic decisions and delivering meaningful commercial outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
At CommBank, we're committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and respectful workplace. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and we're particularly committed to making a positive difference for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Senior Manager Business Partnering Global Technology Services in Sydney employer: CommBank
CommBank is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and inclusivity, making it a fantastic place for the Workforce Effectiveness Lead role. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a supportive environment that embraces diversity and fosters meaningful contributions to the future of work. Located in a vibrant community, CommBank offers unique opportunities to engage with cutting-edge technologies and shape the workforce landscape while enjoying a culture that values respect and accessibility.