Budget Analyst
Core
Support the development, monitoring, and reporting of operational and capital budgets while providing financial advice to internal stakeholders within a State Government Organisation.
Role type
Budget Analyst (Public Sector)
Builds
Operational and capital budgets, financial reports, and resource plans for a large WA Government department.
Domain
Public Sector Finance
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Budgeting, financial analysis, variance analysis, financial reporting, stakeholder engagement, financial policy development, financial systems management, KPI tracking, resource planning
Preferred skills
Public sector experience, knowledge of government budget processes, membership of a professional accounting body
Technologies
Oracle, Hyperion, Treasury SIMS, Excel
Responsibilities
Prepare and review annual budgets and resource plans; monitor expenditure and conduct variance analysis; support budget allocation across business units; prepare financial reports and briefing notes for senior management; maintain and reconcile financial management systems; assist in developing financial policies and KPIs; provide financial advice to executives and business managers.
Seniority
Mid-level, temporary contract