Title: Senior Finance Analyst
About us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.
Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.
We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.
About the group
Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Enterprise Technology.
About the role
The role is Ongoing.The Senior Financial Analyst will sit in the Departmental Reporting and Systems team in the wider Portfolio Financial Management team in Finance and will contribute to the monthly departmental finance reporting, finance committee preparation and program budgeting and reporting.
Position accountabilities
- Provide financial and budget management to Portfolio groups and agencies and to senior management focused on ensuring that the Department has sustainable budget practices.
- Ensure the integrity of the portfolio budget information in accordance with the Financial Management Act 1994, including reconciliation of budget information and forward estimates within information systems and other data held in DTF’s SRIMS system, and working with DTF and stakeholders to update that information as required.
- Demonstrate advanced financial expertise to routinely advise/explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to senior management on complex financial issues which facilitate strategic decision making.
- Work collaboratively as a trusted adviser across the Department with group and portfolio agency business partners, utilising a strong working knowledge of DTF’s SRIMS and departmental systems
Key Selection Criteria
Success in this role requires strong expertise in Financial Management and Compliance and Management Accounting, providing high-quality advice on the financial implications of operational strategies and effectively operating financial information systems. Complex financial data is developed into clear, actionable reports to support decision-making, while ongoing monitoring and evaluation of environmental and organisational factors ensures financial outcomes and decisions are accurate, timely, and aligned with strategic objectives.
Success in this role also relies on applied skills in Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Innovation and Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, and Communication with Impact. Problems are resolved through careful interpretation of existing guidelines or thoughtful analysis when guidance is lacking, with informed decisions made independently or collaboratively. Opportunities for improvement and innovation are actively pursued, aligning daily activities with organisational strategy. Strong stakeholder relationships are built through understanding needs and organisational contexts, and information is communicated clearly, concisely, and appropriately to ensure understanding and engagement.
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Culture Value
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 2 February 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Maria Papageorgiou, Senior Manager, Departmental Reporting and Systems via email maria.papageorgiou@transport.vic.gov.au
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