Finance Business Partner (Qantas Airline Aircraft Programs)

• Challenge yourself to drive positive commercial outcomes and tailored reporting
• Dynamic role supporting the delivery of Qantas Airline Aircraft Programs
• Full time permanent position based at Mascot HQ 

As a Qantas employee, you’re already helping us to embody the Spirit of Australia each and every day, and with this role there’s a real opportunity for you to showcase the spirit in new and exciting ways – while taking your career to exciting places as well.

The Finance Business Partner will partner with the business to provide effective planning, analysis and advice on all financial aspects for Qantas Airline Aircraft Programs. Working closely with the Head of Finance and other Senior Executives, this role supports the fleet strategy, leading forecasting and performance delivery.

This role will drive accountability, for accurate and timely Aircraft Programs management and financial reporting. The is a dynamic high-profile role which requires strong stakeholder management skills to support the pipeline of Aircraft Programs with multi layered cross functional working groups.

This role will also focus on commercial, financial and strategic stewardship as well as risk management, stakeholder management, people management, cash flow management and continuous improvement. 

You’ll be accountable for:

• Effective end to end project budget delivery. Facilitate project reforecast process to provide project performance against financial objectives.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise project reporting and Executive Management/Board reporting in a timely manner.
• Champion appropriate level of financial governance and management of internal controls across fleet projects.
• Provide financial and commercial support for commercial negotiations with third party suppliers and key project stakeholders.
• Support the projects RFA development from approved board paper investments.
• Develop, manage and maintain critical relationships with stakeholders of all levels across the organisation.
• Act as the key link between the finance community and the business; communicate complex subject matter in a clear and simple manner.
• Implement project control measures to identify, escalate and endorse project updates.
• Support investor relations and corporate communications on Aircraft Programs financial position and business strategy.
• Providing coaching and mentoring to the team to ensure their growth, development, and performance

You’ll have:

• 7 years+ relevant experience Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Finance, Business or other relevant discipline
• Extensive financial knowledge and experience (CPA/CA/equivalent)
• Ability to positively influence stakeholders to overcome roadblocks to deliver successful outcomes
• Superior communication and influencing skills
• Intellectual capability to quickly understand, apply, and embed new concepts in a complex business environment
• Strong sense of urgency, focus on outcomes and drive for success
• Ability to work in cross functional teams and to lead to successful business outcomes
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise conflicting objectives in order to deliver key milestones
• Strong analytical, financial and problem solving skills with the ability to deliver clear financial analysis and advice to non-finance management teams

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless. 

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.

• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.

• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.

• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
If you’re ready for a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application today.

Applications close: Wednesday 7 May 2025

Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.