Business Analyst, Initiatives

Job no: 0061057
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Chief Financial Officer Group
Salary: UOM 8 – $115,137-$124,622 p.a. plus 17% super

• Leverage the University’s financial strengths and address challenges
• Participate in a diverse range of strategic financial projects and gain broad exposure across the University
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid working environment!

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Business Initiatives team within the CFO Group and contribute to the University’s strategic initiatives. You will play a key role in various capital infrastructure projects, working closely with the team rolling out the University’s Estate Master Plan, and support innovative and transformative projects in delivering the University’s strategy. You’ll lead and contribute to the delivery of business and financial objectives through your expertise in financial modelling and analytical skills, proactive involvement and ensure an efficient and professional information flow.

In this role, you will actively contribute to the University’s strategy, leveraging financial strengths and addressing challenges or identifying risks. Working closely with other teams, you’ll be exposed to a diverse range of strategic projects, including supporting start-up and building/implementing other business cases.

Join us for this amazing opportunity to gain valuable experience and broad exposure to various perspectives in Finance.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Assess the financial feasibility of strategic projects, considering ROI, NPV, and other relevant financial metrics
• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models and scenario analysis to support capital and strategic project planning
• Identify and assess financial risks and plan to mitigate risks
• Provide accurate and timely financial budgets and forecasts for capital and strategic projects

Who we are looking for
We’re seeking people who showcase strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. Attention to detail is paramount, as this skill will be crucial to provide accurate financial implications.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated track record of success in developing and maintaining complex financial models including scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills to interpret data and provide actionable insight
• Demonstrated capacity to think and plan strategically and to provide business planning, analytics, reporting and advice in a large complex organisation
• Demonstrated capacity for flexibility, agility and innovation, while maintaining commitment to achieving outcomes
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills with a high-level of expertise in Excel

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Chief Financial Officer Group
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group’s core objective is to advance University strategy through financial leadership and innovation, strategic sourcing and contracting.

It provides financial expertise and leadership to support the business initiatives and ensure the University remains financially sustainable in the short and long term.

What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits  page!

The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website  and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion  page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required  to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

Position Description