Finance Analyst

• Bring your detail-oriented mindset and big-picture thinking to this data-focused role—where your insights will help shape strategic decisions across the University.
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $91,509 pa - $98,506 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Analyst to join our team and play a key role in financial data analysis that supports student load forecasting, unit costing, and strategic planning across the University.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to financial modelling for current operations, new initiatives, and long-term planning—while working collaboratively with faculties and business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data collection, analysis, and modelling for annual unit costing updates
• Support student load planning, including enrolment and revenue forecasting
• Extract and manipulate data using tools such as Business Objects, Web Intelligence, Excel, OLAP cubes, and dashboards
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights using effective visualisation and presentation techniques
• Present key findings to faculty executive teams and stakeholders
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support strategic decision-making
• Provide administrative and analytical support to faculties and business units
• Collaborate with the Finance & Analytics team to identify and implement process improvements
• Build strong professional relationships across the University to support team goals

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• A qualification in finance, statistics, or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Query & SQL, and data tools
• Ability to manage and interpret large datasets
• A fast-learning mindset and adaptability
• Confidence working under pressure and meeting deadlines

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your Resume and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your Resume We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your Resume with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview or a short assessment task. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

For job specific information: please contact Jacqueline Doyle, Associate Director, Data Analytics on 02 6201 2859 or email [email protected]

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 10 August 2025