Senior Corporate Finance Analyst

Senior Corporate Finance Analyst - Vacancy Details

Synopsis

- Permanent, full-time

- $118,141 - $132, 962 + 12% superannuation

- Employee Discounts Program

About the role

The Finance, Rates and Investment Branch provides financial leadership and stewardship for Council. It is an enabling function that assists the organisation deliver on its Vision of “Liveable Melbourne, growing stronger together”.

The Corporate Finance team provide a strategic centralised resource for corporate financial analysis. This includes medium and long term Council strategic and financial planning, assessment of major projects and organisational initiatives, and relevant corporate finance and commercial finance activities.

The Senior Corporate Finance Analyst plays a key role in the provision of sophisticated 3-way financial modelling and other advanced financial models that contribute to strategic financial decision making, such as the Council’s 10 Year Financial Plan and its subsequent refresh, major projects and other investment opportunities, commercial finance, risk management and financial sustainability initiatives.

The position develops and communicates the key financial performance metrics as a result of the 3-way financial models to internal and external stakeholders and conduct corporate finance and investment analysis to support the objectives of the organisation.

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

What your experience might look like

- Tertiary qualification in a related discipline such as Accounting, Commerce, Economics or Finance

- Post graduate qualifications such as Master of Finance, MBA, CFA, CPA or CA is not required but highly regarded

- Circa 5 years of relevant experience in Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Equity Research, Investment Banking, Investment Valuations, Financial Modelling, Transaction Advisory, or similar

- Proven financial modelling expertise including the ability to develop and maintain 3-way financial models, project finance models, Discount Cash Flow (DCF) financial models that consider the appropriate Net Present Value (NPV), Return on Investment (ROI), and payback period and models for capital management decisions

- Proven ability to conduct investment research, benchmarking and valuations

- Good understanding of the capital market

- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

- Strong commercial acumen

Benefits of working with us

- Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.

- Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.

- Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.

- Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role As part of your application, you will be required to:

- Attach your updated resume

- Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Monday, 24 November 2025.

Need more info?

- Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.

- Apply early This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.

- We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.

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