APS6 Financial Analyst

DFP Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment, partnering with a Federal Government agency, seeks an experienced Finance Analyst (APS6 equivalent) to contribute to financial analysis, investment oversight and governance. Canberra-based role with engagement options including Labour Hire or non-ongoing arrangements.

The successful candidate will analyze financial data, prepare briefs for senior decision-makers, and deliver timely, evidence-based financial advice while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting or investment assessment activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Experience preparing briefs, reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience working within a government, regulatory or large corporate environment will be highly regarded.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data, investment proposals, funding requests and financial plans.
• Prepare briefing papers, reports, executive correspondence and delegate approval documentation.
• Monitor financial performance and provide timely reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
• Contribute to risk assessments, value-for-money analysis and assurance activities.
• Develop dashboards, visual materials and reporting products for senior stakeholders.
• Support governance, audit and review processes through the preparation of financial information and documentation.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, provide advice and coordinate deliverables.
• Assist with financial administration, reporting cycles and other ad hoc finance activities as required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Investment assessment

Job description

DFP Recruitment is partnering with a Federal Government agency to source an experienced Finance Analyst (APS6 Equivalent). This opportunity will suit a finance professional who enjoys working with complex financial and investment matters, providing high-quality analysis, and supporting informed decision-making at a senior level. Opportunities are available through Labour Hire, Non-Ongoing engagement, or Section 26 transfer arrangements.

About the Role

As a Finance Analyst, you will contribute to a range of financial analysis, investment oversight, reporting, and assurance activities. The role involves reviewing and analysing financial information, preparing executive briefs and approval documentation, monitoring financial performance, and providing strategic insights to support key business outcomes. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contribute to governance and reporting requirements, and support senior decision-makers through the delivery of accurate, timely, and evidence-based financial advice. Strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly will be critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data, investment proposals, funding requests and financial plans.
• Prepare briefing papers, reports, executive correspondence and delegate approval documentation.
• Monitor financial performance and provide timely reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
• Contribute to risk assessments, value-for-money analysis and assurance activities.
• Develop dashboards, visual materials and reporting products for senior stakeholders.
• Support governance, audit and review processes through the preparation of financial information and documentation.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, provide advice and coordinate deliverables.
• Assist with financial administration, reporting cycles and other ad hoc finance activities as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience undertaking financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting or investment assessment activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Experience preparing briefs, reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience working within a government, regulatory or large corporate environment will be highly regarded.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team in an APS6 equivalent role, with engagement options available through Labour Hire, Non-Ongoing employment, or a Section 26 transfer. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to complex financial analysis and investment-related activities that support significant government outcomes. You will work in a collaborative and professional environment, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and develop valuable experience across financial reporting, governance, and strategic decision-making. This Canberra-based opportunity offers an initial 6 months contract with the potential for extension for the right candidate.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.

Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link - if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Yash Rami at [e-mail].

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/ or assessment process, please advise via [e-mail] or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.