Senior Financial Analyst * Salary: $113,022 - $136,747 (Plus Superannuation) * Ongoing role * Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) * Usual work location: 121 Exhibition St, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) The Role The Senior Financial Analyst provides high-level financial expertise and analytical support across strategic and operational initiatives. As a key advisor within the Operations and Business Improvement team, this role supports decision-making through rigorous financial modelling, data analysis, and performance reporting. It contributes to the delivery of fiscally responsible, evidence-based outcomes aligned with government priorities. Main accountabilities: * Contributes to strategic business planning Interprets and applies business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provides advice to others on implementation issues. * Accountable for work organisation, the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area. * Provides specialist professional services or advice. * Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior internal and external stakeholders. The Team The position of Senior Financial Analyst forms a part of the Policy and Delivery branch within Creative Victoria. The Policy and Delivery branch has 3 units, Agencies and Infrastructure, Creative Investment and Policy and Development. The branch brings together Creative Victoria's programs and investment in support of artists, creative workers, creative organisations, businesses, and portfolio agencies, with our work to manage and deliver world-class creative infrastructure. The branch also leads on policy and coordination across government and industry, and the development of Victoria's creative industries strategy. About You The successful candidate will have a broad understanding of procurement and finance concepts to inform expenditure decisions and manage risks. Knowledge of government budget management processes and systems, and strong proficiency with Excel and financial systems (e.g. TM1, SAP, Oracle) is required for this role. An accounting degree, Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant qualifications would be considered favourably. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Louise Dowling, Manager, Operations and Business Improvement via louise.dowling@creative.vic.gov.au and 0460 001 329. The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry, and Regions is an accredited CPA Australia Recognised Employer Partner. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications close at 23:59pm on 11 January 2026.