Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

• Full Time, Fixed Term Contract until February 2025 

• HEW 7 ($94,838 - $102,657) + 17% Superannuation 

• Based in Melbourne CBD and Hybrid Working Flexibility   

About the Position 

 
The Financial Planning & Analysis - Analyst will support a range of financial performance reporting and planning to assist management in delivery of the core operations of the university. The range of duties will include but not limited to:  

• Performance reporting, budgeting and forecasting, strategic planning, reporting and analytics  

• Student load review, forecasting and revenue forecasting  

• Cost planning, reporting and analysis at Group, College/Portfolio and cost centre level  

• Provide budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analytical support to Finance business partners  

• Internal management reporting and performance monitoring for assigned areas  

To be successful in this position, you’ll have: 

• Demonstrated experience of financial/accounting principles and fundamentals of financial planning and analysis using large-scale data mining and reporting tools and other financial systems within complex organisational matrices and/or global/group environments.  

• Advanced technics to analyse/summarise financial data in a robust and controlled manner and ability to prepare financial reports/documents.  

• Proven ability to work independently, cooperatively and collaboratively with Finance and other cross functional teams to maximize performance.  

• Excellent understanding of local and global market/context within which the University operates.  

• Proven track record of commitment to and successful delivery of high-quality outputs within strict deadlines (organisational and time management skills) and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.  

• Tactful skill to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with people at all levels in order to explain data, present facts, findings, conclusion and recommendations clearly and concisely.  

• Business minded, detail oriented, highly analytical with excellent computer skills including experience in the use of integrated financial management systems. 

Qualifications 

• Extensive experience in a financial analysis and planning role with reporting experience in a large, complex organization. 

• A relevant tertiary qualification. 

• Membership of a professional association (CA/CPA) (not essential). 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the Portfolio 

Financial services partners with other areas of the university in achieving the organisation’s objectives by strategically orienting its provision of financial services to the delivery of the core operations of the university.  

• Financial management, reporting and advice  

• Budget development and management  

• Financial evaluation and financial planning  

• Corporate financial administration information system 

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and cover letter for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.  

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Medina via email at [email protected] . 

Position Description - Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst  

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Applications Close:
29 Feb 2024 11.59 pm

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