Senior Financial Analyst, Planning & Performance

About the Opportunity

Support Griffith Universitys financial planning and decision-making by delivering high-quality financial analysis modelling and insights across budgeting forecasting and performance reporting.

Working under broad direction you will translate complex financial and operational data into clear actionable insights that inform planning decision-making and financial sustainability. Youll contribute to integrated planning across revenue costs and workforce and work collaboratively with stakeholders across Finance and the broader University.

This role also supports the continuous improvement of financial planning processes and systems helping ensure they remain robust transparent and responsive to a changing funding and regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and delivery of the Universitys annual budget including financial models and supporting analysis.
• Develop and maintain financial forecasts including scenario and sensitivity analysis. 
• Deliver financial modelling and analysis to support strategic initiatives business cases and operational planning. 
• Support workforce planning and salary forecasting including analysis within systems such as TM1/Planning Analytics. 
• Monitor financial performance analyse variances and identify trends risks and opportunities. 
• Prepare regular financial reports and insights for stakeholders. 
• Provide clear evidence-based financial advice and translate complex information into accessible insights. 
• Contribute to improvements in financial models processes systems and data quality.
• Collaborate across Finance and the University to support integrated planning outcomes. 

About You 

• Demonstrated experience in financial planning budgeting forecasting and reporting in a complex organisation. 
• Advanced Excel skills including financial modelling and analysis of large datasets. 
• Strong understanding of cost drivers workforce planning and financial sustainability. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex financial insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders. 
• Ability to work under broad direction manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs to deadlines. 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
• Experience with tools such as Power Query TM1 or Power BI is highly regarded.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance Accounting Economics or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• CA/CPA qualification (or progress towards) is desirable. 

What we can offer 

This is a full-time fixed term opportunity for 12 months based at Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations

Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary 

HEW 8 - Base range - $117579.27 - $132273.33 17% super. Full package range - $137567.74 - $154759.79.

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit ourEquity Diversity and  University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

Closing date: Tuesday 14th July at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time