Finance Forecasting & Modelling Analyst — Hybrid

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in Victoria seeks a Finance Analyst, Forecasting and Modelling to support fiscal sustainability through cost modelling and forecast analysis.

You will work with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy for financial projections and mitigate budget pressures, while contributing to strategic cost modelling and robust forecasting across the department.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, reporting and forecasting.
• Knowledge of budgeting best practices within government.
• Familiarity with the Financial Management Act 1994 and the Resource Management Framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for fiscal sustainability, cost modelling and forecast analysis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy for financial projections and budget pressure mitigation.
• Develop and deliver strategic cost modelling analyses and improve financial data integrity and forecasting efficiency.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Reporting

Education

Accounting/Finance/Commerce qualification

Job description

Finance Analyst, Forecasting and Modelling

Full time, Permanent

Hybrid

11d ago , from Victorian Department of Energy and Climate Action

The Finance Analyst, Forecasting and Modelling, is a key role in providing support for the delivery of fiscal sustainability, cost modelling and forecast analysis. The role will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure the accuracy of the data for the financial projections and the mitigation actions for the budget pressure and providing required advice. This role will also support the development and provision of strategic cost modelling analysis and support the financial data integrity and efficient forecasting for the department’s fiscal position.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A qualification in accounting, finance or commerce or equivalent is desirable.
• Knowledge of best practice budgeting within government, and knowledge of the Financial Management Act 1994 and the Resource Management Framework.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, reporting and forecasting.

There are two ongoing positions available. The work location for these positions is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for these positions, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

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