About the role: 

Reporting to the Budget and Contract Manager, the Senior Analyst works within one of three (3) teams of Senior Analysts and Analysts that will be flexibly deplored to specific portfolios as required. The Senior Analyst will provide complex budget and contract development, management, analysis, and reporting services to support a designated client group.

The successful candidate will have experience in finance, the ability to problem solve and be able to work both autonomous and collaboratively as required. The role also provided for leadership and supervisory functions of Analysts (VPS 4) as required. Maintaining the strong capability and expertise across different divisions will be a feature of this role.

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

We are looking for someone who can:

• Monitor budgets, including review and analysis of expenditure within the financial parameters.
• Calculate and processing budget journals.
• Review and authorise payments to external entities.
• Produce and present monthly reports on financial positions and forecasts.
• Provide financial and budget advice to internal stakeholders.
• Verify financial information in cabinet submissions, and briefs to departmental executives and the Ministers.
• Contract management and program support.

Qualifications / Specialist Experitise:

• A tertiary qualification in business, accounting, economics or equivalent.
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, Australian Society of Certified Practising Accountants or equivalent professional accounting body is desirable.
• Experience in public sector finance would be highly regarded.
• CPA or CA or other equivalent accounting qualification and membership will also be highly regarded.

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.