Financial Analyst

Newcastle - South Africa

Monthly Salary: $ 129464 - 142665

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location- Parramatta Orange or Newcastle with flexible working supported
Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super

Whats in it for me

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.

Join a high-performing team thats driving strategic financial outcomes across one of NSWs most impactful government departments.

As a Financial Analyst you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality financial reporting performance analysis and strategic insights across the Department of Planning Housing & Infrastructure (DPHI). This position sits within the Budget Strategy & Performance team part of Corporate Services Finance and is responsible for producing timely accurate and insightful financial management information to support informed decision-making by senior finance and non-finance executives.

Your responsibilities will range from

Coordinating responses to financial data requests from Senior Executives and NSW Treasury.
Preparing detailed accurate and timely financial reports briefs and analysis that support strategic business management and decision-making.
Providing expert financial advice to Executives and Senior managers across DPHI identifying performance trends and opportunities to inform and guide the implementation of business improvement opportunities.
Supporting the co-ordination and delivery of DPHIs annual budget processes and production of associated reports analysis and presentations.
Delivering timely professional support to the senior management in the development of briefings including for budget estimates and Cabinet Minutes with financial impacts and funding proposals.
Collaborate with financial reporting and business partnering teams to enhance financial systems reporting processes and capability.

For more information read the full Role Description:Financial Analyst

What you will bring to the role:

Strong understanding of government functions financial policies and sector standards
Experience providing high-quality financial advice and technical support to senior managers
Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience consulting across diverse teams and government agencies.
Advanced skills in analysing financial data preparing reports and presenting insights
A proactive and accountable approach to work with a commitment to ethical standards and public sector values.
Excellent communication skills able to explain complex ideas clearly and tailor messages for executive audiences.
Customer-focused approach with a knack for solving problems and improving outcomes

What is an essential requirement:

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting Commerce or similar discipline and full membership of Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Australia or the Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand (CAANZ).

About us

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 24 November 2025 at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alistair Peart Manager Financial Performance & Analysis on

To enhance your account security PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step by step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.

Check out ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.

Required Experience:

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.Permanent full-time opportunity Office location- Parramatta Orange or Newcastle with flexible working supportedSalary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 superWhats in it for meJoin our team for a fantas...