The Finance Business Partner will lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls for client accounts, ensuring compliance and driving financial performance insights.
Job Title
Finance Business PartnerJob Description Summary
Join us as a trusted Finance Business Partner—lead budgets, reporting, and analysis for key client accounts at Cushman & Wakefield.Job Description
- Shape strategy and deliver insights that drive performance across a major client portfolio.
- Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls for a diverse property portfolio.
- Join a global leader to develop your expertise, we promote from within!
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and business partnering? Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in delivering financial excellence for key client accounts. This is your opportunity to influence outcomes, drive insights, and make a real impact in a dynamic, client-focused environment.
About the Role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the Account Director and internal stakeholders to prepare and deliver client budgets across multiple entities. You’ll be the go-to expert for financial reporting, planning, and analysis, ensuring seamless execution of the client’s annual operating plan and supporting transition activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Partner with business streams to build detailed property cost bases, including rent, utilities, and facilities management costs.
- Financial management of client(s) contract profitability.
- Identify risks and develop initiatives to protect financial performance.
- Conduct analytical reviews and present insights to non-finance stakeholders.
- Own client finance controls and ensure compliance with SOX standards.
- Support operational teams and deliver high-quality financial services.
- Spot opportunities for cross-selling and contribute to account growth.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Accountant (CPA, CIMA, CFA, or CA preferred).
- Strong relationship management and influencing skills.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
- Proven experience managing stakeholders and working autonomously.
- Advanced Excel and Power BI skills; Anaplan knowledge is a plus.
- Familiarity with AASB16 Lease Accounting; JDE and Blackline experience advantageous.
- Exceptional communication, attention to detail, and time management.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a global leader in property and real estate services.
- Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team.
- Enjoy career development opportunities and exposure to complex, large-scale portfolios.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”
Top Skills
Anaplan
Blackline
Excel
Jde
Power BI
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