About the role
In this role, you will support informed decision-making across the organisation by delivering robust financial insights and strategic advice. You'll partner with project managers and delivery leaders to strengthen financial capability, enhance governance practices, and help drive sound financial outcomes that support Council's long-term financial sustainability. The role sits with the Financial Planning and Analysis team and provides dedicated financial support to Council’s capital program, including major infrastructure projects.

Work type: Permanent, full-time.
Classification: Band 7, $109,342 + super (from the 1st July)

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver advanced management accounting and financial analysis including monthly performance reporting and insights.
• Analyse actual, budget and forecast results, identify financial risks, issues and opportunities, and prepare clear recommendations for leaders.
• Partner with capital project managers and delivery teams to provide financial oversight, insights and advice across the project lifecycle.
• Resolve complex accounting, cost allocation and data integrity matters in line with policy, standards and best practice.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert in financial systems and reporting tools, supporting effective data use and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to improvements in management accounting processes, capital project governance and financial data quality.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline and at least 5 years’ experience in management accounting or financial analyst roles.

Experience supporting capital programs, infrastructure projects or project-based environments will be highly regarded.

Essential Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis in complex and/or project based environments.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving and financial modelling skills.
• Proficiency in enterprise financial systems (e.g. Oracle Financials) and advanced Excel.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non‑financial audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high‑quality outputs.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Jay Winterton | Manager Financial Planning & Analysis | Jay.Winterton@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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