Finance Analyst

Department of Government Services VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Government Services VIC in Melbourne seeks a Finance Analyst (Accommodation Finance) to deliver specialist financial accounting, reporting and advisory services for the lease portfolio. You will apply AASB 16 Leases and support statutory reporting, budgeting, and governance with a focus on value for money and public accountability.

The role collaborates with multiple departments and external service providers to strengthen controls, improve data integrity, and provide timely

Qualifications

• Expertise in applying AASB 16 Leases and public sector reporting.
• Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel and data interpretation.
• Experience with financial modelling and budgeting in government context.
• Knowledge of Victorian Government financial management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting advice and financial reporting for DGS lease portfolios.
• Ensure compliance with AASB 16, Financial Management Act 1994 and Treasurer's Directions.
• Conduct financial modelling and data analysis to support planning and resource allocation.
• Assist in budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve financial processes.

Skills

AASB 16 Leases

Public sector reporting

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Financial analysis

Job description

Department of Government Services VIC - Melbourne VIC

The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services.

You can find out more about our Ministers, leadership and entities here: Department of Government Services.

The Branch

Commercial and Corporate branch leads the commercial, financial and contract management of the department's accommodation and property portfolio. Core functions include construction and property-related procurement, financial management, commercial governance, outsourced service provider contract management and financial performance of the function, ensuring value for money and sound stewardship of public resources. The branch also defines service levels and commercial arrangements.

About the Role

The Finance Analyst (Accommodation Finance) is a specialist finance role within the Commercial and Contract Branch, responsible for providing expert financial accounting, reporting and advisory services relating to DGS's lease portfolio and associated contractual arrangements. The role supports accurate application of Australian Accounting Standards, particularly AASB 16 Leases, and contributes to the delivery of high‑quality financial management outcomes, statutory reporting, budget processes, compliance obligations and management reporting.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide specialist accounting advice and manage financial reporting activities relating to DGS lease portfolios, ensuring compliance with AASB 16, Financial Management Act 1994, Treasurer's Directions and other applicable accounting standards and government requirements.
• Undertake financial modelling, data analysis and interpretation of financial information to provide accurate, timely and evidence‑based advice that supports decision‑making, business planning and resource allocation.
• Support the preparation, monitoring and review of budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections, identifying emerging financial risks, trends and opportunities to improve financial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal business units, client departments, DTF, auditors and external service providers to facilitate the delivery of financial services and resolve complex financial issues.
• Identify, develop and implement improvements to financial processes, systems and controls to strengthen governance, enhance efficiency, improve data integrity and support continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

We are seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience from the following criteria:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in financial accounting, with specialist expertise in the application of Australian Accounting Standards, particularly AASB 16 Leases, and public sector financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical capability, including advanced Excel skills, financial modelling and interpretation of complex financial data to provide clear recommendations and support evidence‑based decision making.
• Sound understanding of Victorian Government financial management frameworks, including the Financial Management Act 1994, Treasurer's Directions, audit requirements and governance obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical financial advice, prepare high‑quality reports and communicate complex financial issues effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders.

This role is a 12 month fixed term position. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

For more information, please see the Position-Description.

Other relevant information

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening. DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.