Analyst, Budget and Contract Management

About this role

About the role: 

Reporting to the Manager – Budget and Contract Management, the Analyst works as part of a team that provides budget development, management, analysis and reporting services to support a designated client group. 

The position is responsible for:

• Monitoring budgets, including review and analysis of expenditure within the financial parameters.
• Calculating and processing budget journals.
• Reviewing and authorising payments to external entities.
• Producing and presenting monthly reports on financial positions and forecasts.
• Providing financial and budget advice to internal stakeholders.
• Verifying financial information in cabinet submissions, and briefs to departmental executives and the Ministers.

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:

• Oversee the timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations, annual account working papers, financial reports, briefings and other ad hoc reports and correspondence.
• Manage transactions using departmental corporate systems, maintain financial systems that support delivery of best-practice, contemporary financial management and services and identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Liaise with a diverse range of internal stakeholders and ensure a high level of client service delivery.
• Assist in the investigation and implementation of critical projects that develop and review policies, professional standards and operating practices that enhance service delivery, budget effectiveness, efficiency and improved client outcomes
• Contribute to advice on finance policy, risks, trends and solutions and options for decision-making.

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise:

• A tertiary qualification in fields related to finance or business management.
• 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.