Senior Finance Analyst

Join our Finance Control Team at Ministry of Health for an exciting 11 month fixed-term opportunity with the potential for extension and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• 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.
• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the 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 Senior Finance Analyst supports the Principal Financial Analyst and delivers high-quality financial accounting activities. The role includes preparation of financial statements, review of balance sheet reconciliations, management of fixed assets, and investigation of unusual P&L and balance sheet balances. You will also contribute to one-off and project-based financial accounting initiatives, playing a key role in ensuring accurate and reliable financial reporting.

Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting financial consolidation processes to ensure accurate and timely outcomes
• Performing detailed financial analysis, identifying issues, and delivering practical, value-driven solutions
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, including desktop revaluations, WIP tracking, stocktakes, and reconciliations
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, including investigating unusual balances and movements
• Performing gatekeeping functions for accounting transaction related to professional and consultancy services across the Ministry to ensure accurate coding, financial integrity and compliance with relevant policies and delegation requirements 
• Liasing with Audit Office of NSW and provide the required information and support for audit activities and requirements
• Assisting Principal Financial Analyst with Ad-hoc tasks and other supports as required to meet the reporting deadline 
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders across the business
• Communicating financial information clearly and effectively to support informed decision-making
   

About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
• Have a strong financial accounting background
• Have a positive work attitude, can-do approach and contributing to shared objectives and priorities

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) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role AND provide a response to the two target questions listed below. 

Target Questions 
Please provide a response to the two target questions below (max 1 page response for each question).

1. Please outline your experience on how you have prepared or assisted with interim and year end financial statements preparation, review of balance sheet reconciliations (including unusual balances and movements) and applied problem solving skills to deliver accurate and timely outcomes.
2. Outline your experience working in large and complex organisations with dynamic environment. Your response should demonstrate your ability to communicate clearly, build stakeholder relationships and working flexibly with an open-minded approach.
    

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

For role related queries or questions contact Siddharth Samant on (02) 9461 7218 and quote REQ637883.

As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on Frankie.DeLuca@health.nsw.gov.au

For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government

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. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging. 

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, Sunday 31 May 2026