Business Analyst
Location: Parramatta (2-3 days in the office)
Full-time, Ongoing Opportunity
Grade 7/8- $110,266 - $122,058 p.a. + superannuation and annual leave loading
Flexible work practices including work from home, flexible working hours, 35-hour week and flex leave
Your role
The Business Analyst in the Community Services Statewide Services Division supports the Principal Business Analyst through a focus on analysis of financial and staffing reports and data.
The role is responsible for finance management across large and varied workplaces within the District, supports compliance with policy and procedure in the department, and the preparation and distribution of financial reporting.
To be successful in this role, you’ll have demonstrated experience with, but not limited to:
- Analysing complex financial data against budget and reviewing staffing reports.
- Forecasting in line with unit’s operational activities.
- Month end process such as journals and accruals.
- Preparation and distribution of monthly financial reports to Directorates.
- Implementing best-practices to comply with financial policies and guidelines.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and SAPGUI essential.
To be successful you will possess an analytical mind, have an eye for detail, have Excel skills that understand complex formulas, and have a proven track record in supporting and guiding staff through financial processes.
What we’re looking for
- Someone with experience in preparing and analysing reporting to provide meaningful responses to staff in units who may not have strong financial literacy.
- Someone flexible, adaptable and experienced in working in complex environments and agile business framework.
- A self-motivated person who is committed to delivering quality budget outcomes with a proactive and collaborative approach.
Appointments are subject to reference checks and the following pre-employment checks:
- National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
- Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
- A challenging and rewarding career.
- Flexible, autonomous work environment.
- Competitive pay and conditions.
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
- Describe a situation where you faced serious challenges in doing your job efficiently. What were the challenges, and how did you overcome them?
- Describe a time when you needed to develop a positive working partnership with staff that had limited understanding of budgeting responsibilities. How did you develop, maintain and grow the relationship?
Applications close - 11:59pm, Sunday, 2 March 2025.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Novita Trainor on Novita.Trainor@dcj.nsw.gov.au
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Peter Luong on Peter.Luong1@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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