Finance Business Analyst

South-Gippsland-Shire-Council; Leongatha; Hybrid; AUD 51,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Rostered days off (FTE)

Professional development

Diversity & Inclusion

Wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Extra leave

Job summary

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a motivated Finance Business Analyst to join our Financial Team. The role focuses on supporting financial planning, reporting, and business partnering across Council, delivering insights for informed decisions and continuous improvement.

Key duties include budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting, with hybrid/flexible work options and a pro rata salary band.

Qualifications

• Strong financial analysis, budgeting forecasting and management reporting skills.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Managers and Directors to provide financial advice and analysis.
• Support the preparation, monitoring and forecasting of annual budgets and financial performance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting tools and business systems.
• Provide financial support to stakeholders during budget preparation, forecasting and other activities.
• Prepare financial journals, accruals and adjustments for accurate reporting.
• Maintain knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Local Government Act requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

ERP systems

Education

Accounting/Commerce degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Two-Year Fixed -Term, Part-Time (0.6 EFT)
• Band 6, $56,798 (pro rata) + 12% Superannuation
• Flexible and hybrid work options available

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a motivated and analytical Finance Business Analyst to join our Financial Team.

This role plays a key part in supporting financial planning, reporting, and business partnering activities across Council. You will work closely with Managers, Directors, and senior leaders to provide financial insight, budgeting support, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting that supports informed decision making. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, analysing financial data and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a complex and diverse organisation.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Partner with Managers and Directors to provide financial advice, analysis and support informed decision making.
• Support the preparation, monitoring and forecasting of annual budgets and financial performance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting tools and business systems.
• Provide financial support to stakeholders during budget preparation, forecasting and other activities
• Prepare financial journals, accruals and adjustments and contribute to accurate statutory and management reporting.
• Maintain current knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Local Government Act requirements.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting (or currently studying) Commerce, Business or a related discipline, or relevant experience.
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting forecasting and management reporting skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and provide financial support.
• Advanced skills in using financial management systems
• A customer focused and proactive approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering quality outcomes.

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered forfull time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
• Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

CONTACT

Enquiries to: Stephanie Pettau, Coordinator Accounting on 0428 406 544