Financial Analyst

Job Details; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 1 429 000 - 1 576 000; Full time

Job summary

A Government Department is looking for a Financial Analyst to deliver high-quality financial reporting and strategic insights. You will coordinate financial data requests, prepare detailed reports, and provide expert advice to senior executives. The ideal candidate will have tertiary qualifications in Accounting and membership in CPA Australia or CAANZ. Strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with the ability to analyze financial data effectively. This role offers a permanent full-time opportunity with a focus on work/life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Diverse assignments

Work/life balance initiatives

Career support programs

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of government functions, financial policies, and standards.
• Experience providing high-quality financial advice and technical support.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with consulting experience.
• Ability to analyze financial data and present insights.
• Proactive and accountable, with commitment to ethical standards.
• Excellent communication skills for executive audiences.
• Customer-focused approach with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responses to financial data requests from Senior Executives.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and briefs that support management.
• Provide expert financial advice to Executives and Senior Managers.
• Support annual budget processes and production of reports.
• Deliver support to senior management in developing briefings.
• Collaborate to enhance financial systems and reporting processes.

Skills

Cognos

Forecasting

Hyperion

Microsoft Access

Pivot tables

Accounting

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Financial Modelling

Budgeting

Financial Planning

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a similar discipline

Full membership of CPA Australia or CAANZ

Job description

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Permanent full‑time opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta, Orange or Newcastle with flexible working supported
• Salary – $129,464 to $142,665 super (relative to experience)

Whats in it for me

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long‑term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives such as flex leave and access to support programmes. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and empowered to succeed.

Join a high‑performing team driving strategic financial outcomes in NSW’s most impactful government department.

Financial Analyst – Role Overview

As a Financial Analyst you will deliver high‑quality financial reporting, performance analysis and strategic insights across the Department of Planning, Housing & Infrastructure (DPHI). The role sits within the Budget Strategy & Performance team of Corporate Services Finance and is responsible for producing timely, accurate and insightful financial management information to support decision‑making by senior finance and non‑finance executives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responses to financial data requests from Senior Executives and NSW Treasury.
• Prepare detailed, accurate and timely financial reports, briefs and analysis that support strategic business management.
• Provide expert financial advice to Executives and Senior Managers across DPHI, identifying performance trends and opportunities to guide business improvement.
• Support the coordination and delivery of DPHI’s annual budget processes and production of associated reports, analysis and presentations.
• Deliver professional support to senior management in the development of briefings, including budget estimates and Cabinet Minutes with financial impacts and funding proposals.
• Collaborate with financial reporting and business‑partnering teams to enhance financial systems, reporting processes and capability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong understanding of government functions, financial policies and sector standards.
• Experience providing high‑quality financial advice and technical support to senior managers.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience consulting across diverse teams and government agencies.
• Advanced skills in analysing financial data, preparing reports and presenting insights.
• A proactive and accountable approach to work with a commitment to ethical standards and public sector values.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex ideas clearly and tailor messages for executive audiences.
• Customer‑focused approach with a knack for solving problems and improving outcomes.
• Full membership of CPA Australia or CAANZ.
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a similar discipline.

About DPHI

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. We create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage land, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing. DPHI is a high‑performing, world‑class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve and builds cultural capability to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are inclusive and accessible, valuing individual contributions and encouraging connection and belonging. DPHI supports employee affinity groups, flexible working, job‑share and workplace adjustments.

Key Skills

• Cognos
• Forecasting
• Hyperion
• Microsoft Access
• Pivot tables
• Accounting
• Analysis Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modelling
• Budgeting
• Financial Planning

Other Details

• Employment Type – Full‑time
• Experience – Years of relevant experience
• Vacancy – 1
• Monthly Salary – $129,464 – $142,665

Applications close Monday 24 November 2025 at 11:55PM.

If you are excited by the above information, we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alistair Peart, Manager, Financial Performance & Analysis.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Contact the Talent Team or HR Support for accommodation or adjustments during the recruitment process. Refer to Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team.