Senior Finance Analyst, Capital Programs
Are you ready to take your finance expertise to the next level within the education sector? Do you have experience with grant funding, budgeting, or school finance that's waiting to be fully utilised?
We invite you to join the Victorian Catholic Education Authority as a Senior Finance Analyst, Capital Programs.
What you will do
The Capital Funding Team is responsible for the distribution and stewardship of grant funding to Catholic schools across Victoria and providing strategic guidance to support effective decision-making.
VCEA is responsible for assessing and allocating Capital Funding from the Australian and Victorian governments to the schools in the Catholic Sector in Victoria.
The Senior Finance Analyst, Capital Programs plays a crucial role in the capital program life cycle through monitoring and evaluating the financial performance of programs and projects.
What you will bring
Demonstrated experience in school finance, grant payments and budgeting; combined with strong experience in data analytics, automation and modeling.
You will bring strong financial and analytical expertise, ideally developed within grants, capital programs or a similarly regulated environment. A central focus of your role will be conducting Financial Needs Assessments to evaluate a school's capacity to contribute to capital works—both at application and throughout project delivery under BGA-administered programs.
You will lead compliance reporting and financial operations for capital funding programs, preparing acquittal and audit reports and managing processes that ensure transparency and accountability.
Your strong administrative and communication skills will support the preparation of briefings, reports, and updates, as well as monitoring the financial status of projects funded through State and Federal programs.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and program controls. You will develop templates, guides and supporting documentation that enable consistent practice across the team, while identifying opportunities to strengthen systems, reporting and operational efficiency.
Your ability to foster and build strong, relationships will position you for success.
You will be comfortable in translating and speaking to complex financial information for a variety of audiences, including executive leadership and the board
With well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, you will prepare high-quality briefings, reports and presentations, and confidently review supporting project documentation — including financial data.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting Commerce or a related discipline.
A minimum of three years' experience in a finance role preferably in the education or construction sector. An understanding of administrative processes associated with government funding will be highly regarded.
Demonstrated experience in accounts receivable and payable.
Experience in Data Analytics, Financial Modelling and Automation, obtained in a similar regulatory environment is desirable.
Ability to function in time-pressured situations whilst contributing effectively to a team environment whilst seamlessly shifting to working autonomously.
Must hold and maintain a valid Victorian driver's license, have access to a reliable car and be willing to travel to schools in metropolitan and regional Victoria.
Why work with VCEA
As the peak body for Catholic education in Victoria, VCEA provides employees an opportunity to help shape the future of Catholic education across the state.
VCEA is the voice of Catholic education in State and national matters; we receive and distribute funding from state and federal governments for Catholic schools. Providing strategic leadership and planning to ensure proper governance in Catholic education statewide.
VCEA offers a purpose built new central city office location, 5 minutes walk to Parliament Station. Competitive remuneration (reflecting your experience), with generous benefits, and opportunities for career development.
These benefits combined with our commitment to work life balance make VCEA an employer of choice.
A note on inclusion and how to apply
If you are ready to make a difference in Victorian Catholic education, please submit your resume and a cover letter, both your resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience align with VCEA role requirements and make you the standout applicant for this role.
For the position description, please navigate to our website: /about-us/work-with-us/#
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply.
If you would like further information about this role, or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you can perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please reach out to:
We will be reviewing applications as they are received. Should we find a suitable applicant we will close the role early; therefore please don't delay your application.
Due to the volume of applications received; only successful applicants will be contacted.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, obtain a Working with Children Check and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship or Visa.
Advertising due to end: 2nd April 2026.
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