• Flexible location offered at Melbourne, Burwood Campus or Geelong, Waurn Ponds + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term until September 2026
• HEW 8 $114,231 - $130,786 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are agile and innovative, and committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education and research and the contributions we make to the wider community. As one of Australia’s largest universities, Deakin has strong global linkages, world-class research and an education portfolio that blends the best of campus and digital delivery into a highly supportive and personalised student experience. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

At Deakin, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including various leave options such as generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to advance your career; an inclusive, supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Senior Finance Analyst is responsible for providing advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support the university’s financial planning and decision-making processes. The Senior Finance Analyst will play a key role in managing financial performance, developing financial models, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

As a Senior Finance Analyst, you will:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to evaluate the university’s financial performance, including revenue, expenditures, and investment activities. Identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Lead the development and management of annual budgets and financial forecasts. Provide insights and recommendations to support budgetary decisions and long-term financial planning.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports, including variance analysis, financial statements, and performance metrics. Ensure reports are accurate, timely, and align with institutional goals.
• Collect, validate, and analyse financial data from various sources to support strategic decision-making. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records and systems.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support scenario analysis, strategic planning, and financial projections. Use models to provide actionable insights and recommendations.   

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience in accounting and finance; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in financial modelling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial software and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

Here's how to apply:

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Marielle Felix (Senior Manager, Faculty Financial Planning & Analysis) on m.felix@deakin.edu.au   

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Senior Finance Analyst_HEW 8.pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday, 4 June 2055 at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.