Reporting and Planning Analyst
Department of Parliamentary Services

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Budget and Risk Analyst, the Planning and Reporting Analyst provides high level support and guidance relating to Parliamentary budgets. This includes coordinating and developing financial reports and budgetary submissions.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who is willing to learn within a supportive team environment and enjoys the challenge of partnering with various stakeholders to provide expert service.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating Parliament's budget submissions for the State Budget Process
• Assist in compilation of Parliament's annual output and capital budget and associated forecasting of financial results.
• Assist in month end reporting processes including provision of variance analysis from budgeted result, production and distribution of financial reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Meet Parliament's external budgeting and reporting requirements to Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) and Public Accounts and Estimates Committee (PAEC).
• Provide expert support with the development and review of business cases for projects.

About you

You will bring demonstrated experience in delivering budget planning, development, monitoring and reporting services in a complex environment to the role. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Experience in using financial management systems, such as Oracle, for business reporting with an ability to learn new processes quickly and implement system changes.
• Experience in the use of analytics and reporting tools in relation to financial data with developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to provide accurate advice and consult effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skills combined with the ability to coordinate different projects/processes.

Why join us?
We offer hybrid work and are working in the office three days to capitalise on our collaborative working environment.

Your professional development is important to us, that's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with leadership development programs and targeted in-house training. When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.

For more information about a career at Parliament visit our website.

How to apply
Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.

Applications close: 7 February 2023

The process from here
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.

Accessibility
If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact Parliament's Recruitment Team via email recruitment@parliament.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8682 2675.

COVID-19 compliance
Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.