Senior Budget Analyst - Budget and Resource Services - Multiple positions

The Team

The Budget and Resources Team (BRS) is responsible for setting and monitoring Budget and financial resource allocations across the Department. The team provides financial management support for all Business Units.

About the Role

Provide a high-level financial management and budget management consultancy service on aspects relating to the management of the Department’s budget with a particular focus on the whole of Agency budget development and monitoring including schools. 

Support budget allocation and monitoring services in the Department including planning, evaluation and reporting processes. Participate in the development of appropriate policies, procedures and information systems. Provide high quality client services around budget management and resource allocation to schools and business units.

We are offering

• Ongoing - ASAP start
• Full-time work, 73.5 hours per fortnight
• 2 Positions available
• We support flexible working arrangements
• Be part of a child-safe, values-based organisation

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Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

Essential

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment.

Desirable

• A relevant degree or a post graduate qualification (for example in Business, Economics or Finance).
• Eligible for membership of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand or Certified Practising Accountants or equivalent qualifications.

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

How to apply 

Applications should include:

• a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
• a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
• The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

More information

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Chil