Finance Business Partner

ABOUT US

As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game – from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game for everyone to love and connect with Australia’s game.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

An opportunity has arisen in the Finance team for a Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial insight and robust management accounting support across our Marvel Stadium team. By managing end-to-end finance processes and supporting the Stadium team with timely analysis and advice, this role enables informed decision-making, optimises business performance, and ensures the AFL meets its financial and operational objectives for one of it’s most important assets.

 On any day you may be:

• Delivering monthly management reporting, annual budgets, and forecasts
• Building strong working relationships and establishing trust with the Marvel Stadium team and broader business
• Developing and maintaining financial models to support AFL membership, corporate hospitality, and stadium marketing
• Providing financial leadership and accounting support to department General Managers and the Executive General Manager, including monthly variance analysis and insights
• Contributing to working groups within the business partnering team
• Working with cost centre managers to ensure effective cost control and accurate reporting
• Presenting financial results and analysis to stakeholders as required
• Advising and supporting management on operational issues, including stadium tenders and new business proposals

This is a great role if you have broad commercial exposure and proven commercial acumen with report, budget and forecasting experience. A candidate who would excel in this role has:

• Tertiary-level accounting qualifications, with postgraduate accreditation (CPA/CA)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Accounting role
• A solid understanding of relevant accounting standards and taxation requirements
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise, manage multiple deadlines, and deliver on time
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Strong stakeholder management across all levels of an organisation

A standout candidate may also have:

• Previous experience or knowledge in stadium operations and/or sporting administration
• Exposure to accounting systems such as Workday and/or Microsoft 365

If you are self-motivated, have a passion for finance, and want to work in a collaborative team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

OUR CULTURE

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THE PERKS

• Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
• My Development – lean into the AFL’s My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
• Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
• My Benefits – with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
• AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!

Applications Close: 7 November 2025