Finance Analyst

The Finance Analyst is a key member of the Group Finance Team supporting the Group Finance Manager to provide financial management advice to support senior managers and stakeholders on all aspects relating to the Group. The Finance Analyst will assist with in maintaining relationships with divisional executives and senior managers and will build an intimate understanding of their allocated division’s financial position and resourcing requirements.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate business or finance related qualification is highly desirable.
• A professional accounting qualification (CPA or CA) is preferable.
• Experience in best practice within government and knowledge of the Financial Management Act is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in providing analysis and insights on finance management activities.
• Experience of using ERP systems preferably Oracle Financials and related budgeting software system for report extraction.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, 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.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 15 November 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

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.