Principal Financial Analyst - Capital
Principal Financial Analyst – Capital
Join our External Reporting and Financial Compliance Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity to 31 January 2027 and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
- Full Time, Temporary Employment (up to 31 January 2027)
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The Principal Financial Analyst – Capital supports the Director, Capital Reporting in providing expert financial oversight and analysis of NSW Health’s capital works program, ensuring alignment between approved funding sources and expenditure.
The role plays a key part in monitoring performance, supporting governance, and meeting Treasury and internal reporting requirements.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $154,231 – $178,369 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
Provide financial oversight of the Capital Works Program, ensuring alignment between funding sources and expenditure
Lead monthly validation and reconciliation of capital funding data across health entities
Deliver high-quality reporting and analysis on capital performance, risks and variances to executives and NSW Treasury
Undertake capital budget analysis, forecasting and risk assessment to support decision making
Review financial viability of capital projects, including funding sources and recurrent cost impacts
Contribute to strategic asset planning, including long-term capital investment frameworks such as the Ten-Year Capital Investment Strategic Plan
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and /or demonstrated relevant, equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated leadership experience with a focus on managing, motivating, and developing staff to drive team performance and achieve business objectives
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of capital reporting matters, including application of public sector accounting requirements and financial management procedures including the Government Sector Finance Act, Treasurer's Directions, relevant legislation and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret financial data, compile and present clear and accurate financial reporting on complex programs or projects.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND Demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the target question below.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
Target Question (1-2 pages)
Explain your experience ensuring compliance with internal and external capital or financial policies. How did you monitor, reconcile, or report on funding sources, and what strategies did you use to address challenges or risks.
For role related queries or questions contact Erin Sanders on erin.sanders@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ633022.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm Friday 31 July 2026
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
1. This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
2. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
3. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
4. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Friday 31 July 2026
