Financial Planning and Resourcing are seeking to establish a pool of Principal Financial Analysts for permanent and fixed term, full‐time and part‐time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of December 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Education Business Services (EBS) delivers professional business services and operational support to Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and Departmental divisions across finance, information, and communication technologies, and infrastructure. EBS is committed to delivering responsive, flexible, transparent, and customer‐focused services that support high‐quality education outcomes through continuous improvement of systems, processes and organisational capability.
The Budget Management and Analysis Branch, within the Financial Planning and Resourcing Directorate, is responsible for corporate budget management, financial reporting, cash management and budget advice across central and regional operations. The Branch also oversees full‐time equivalent (FTE) reporting and supports capital works budget reporting, ensuring effective financial planning, accountability and informed decision‐making across the Department.
The Role
Suitable applicants will ideally be experienced finance and budget management professionals with expertise in reviewing and managing departmental budgets, forward estimates, staffing FTE and employee‐related expenditure within complex public‐sector environments. They will be skilled in monitoring financial performance, analysing projected budget outcomes, coordinating consolidated corporate finance reporting and providing specialist financial advice to program managers and senior stakeholders.
Principal Financial Analysts have a demonstrated capability in researching, developing and improving budget management policies, systems and reporting processes to support effective financial governance and Government financial management initiatives. They are experienced in preparing briefing papers, confidential reports, ministerial correspondence and parliamentary responses, while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with organisational policies and frameworks.
To be successful in this role you will have strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience mentoring staff, contributing to branch management and supporting change management initiatives. Additionally, you will be adept at developing financial management training resources, fostering collaborative stakeholder relationships and promoting a customer‐focused, continuous improvement culture within diverse teams and operational environments.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* 12% employer‐contributed superannuation.
* Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
* Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
* Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5‐minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021‐2025 for more details.
Eligibility
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
* Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field or substantial equivalent experience.
* Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
Application Instructions
Step 1: Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‐related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
* A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A three‐page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
* Demonstrated substantial knowledge of accounting standards and government policy and direction and experience in contemporary financial management, including budget preparation, resource management and reporting and financial control, in a large/complex organisation.
* Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and research skills, including the ability to provide high‐level solutions in the context of financial governance and accountability.
* Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in leading, managing and facilitating a team, including a proven ability to lead individuals through continuous change and coordinate and deliver a financial management service.
* Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to undertake productive consultation, collaboration, negotiation and build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on complex financial issues.
* Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills, including extensive experience in preparing reports, briefing papers and responses to Senior Executive and/or Ministerial/Parliamentary requests.
* Demonstrated substantial experience in the use of financial management information systems and budget tools.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1047010
The Department applies a four‐day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.
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