Strategic Finance & Data Insights Lead

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Senior Program Officer - Finance and Data Insights to lead financial management, data analysis and reporting for the Train and Tram Zone Infrastructure Contributions Plan Program. This fixed-term role strengthens governance and supports informed decision-making across the department.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and risk, translate complex data into clear insights, and collaborate with teams to deliver outcomes that align

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in finance, economics, data and business analytics, planning, accounting or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting within a government, infrastructure, planning or program delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets and forecasts; identify financial risks and opportunities.
• Monitor program milestones and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare reports and briefings; ensure governance and compliance with policies and legislation.
• Build stakeholder relationships; provide trusted financial advice and foster collaboration.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-team collaboration

Data insights

Financial management

Compliance expertise

Education

Tertiary qualification (finance/data/economics)

Job description

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Senior Program Officer - Finance and Data Insights to lead financial management, data analysis and reporting for the Train and Tram Zone Infrastructure Contributions Plan Program. This fixed-term role strengthens governance and supports informed decision-making across the department.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and risk, translate complex data into clear insights, and collaborate with teams to deliver outcomes that align