Principal Finance Analyst

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

About us:


The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities.

We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights.

Our objectives are:

a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision.

Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.


Your role:

As the Principal Financial Analyst, you will**:

  • Provide specialist advice and direction to senior executives and stakeholders through the provision of accurate and timely financial modelling and analysis.
  • Work with, and guide where appropriate, analysts whose responsibility within the Division is to provide high quality financial analysis and advice to business units across the department.


The Principal Financial Analyst reports to the Director, NSSAF Review Task Force in External Relations and Research, Policy, External Relations and International, Policy, Performance, International and Intergovernmental Division.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

  • Perform complex modelling, research, evaluation and analysis to inform the financial decisions of senior executives, the Director-General and the Minister on proposed regulatory initiatives, projects, programs or policies.
  • Develop and implement frameworks, policies and processes for reporting, budgeting and the evaluation of the financial viability of regulated entities.
  • Prepare ministerial and departmental briefings, adhoc reports, research papers, undertake financial projects or resolve other issues as requested by the Director.
  • Maintain an understanding of whole of government imperatives, Queensland government modelling protocols and Queensland government preferences for comprehensive financial analysis to inform best practice for the department.
  • Initiate and develop plans, strategies and goals for the team including the identification of factors, trends and influences that may impact on the achievement of work objectives.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

To Apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 1page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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