Tamworth Regional Council

Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Location:  Tamworth, NSW

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Identifying opportunities for growth and improvement for Council and Community by providing strategic financial analysis and advice in alignment to Councils Long Term Financial plan, future integrated planning and reporting strategies and Community service obligations
• Contribution to operational excellence through analysis of the financial performance of the Council's services and assets in a balanced approach that recognises Community Service Obligations with optimising return on investment where appropriate
• Contribution to strategic economic growth by delivering high quality analysis, insights and recommendations to business case development, investment proposals, strategic planning, policy development and reporting

COULD THIS BE YOU?

Do you have experience in financial reporting and forecasting, utilising accounting systems and analysis of large volumes of data? Would you like to facilitate the growth of economic development in Tamworth's Local Government Area? This could be the opportunity you have been looking for!

Council are seeking a personable individual who has experience with financial data analysis and a can do attitude. You will be willing to learn and have the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships both internally and externally.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for:

Contributing to the Economic Activation and Analysis business unit of Tamworth Regional Council to facilitate the growth of economic development in the Local Government Area.

• Supporting the EA&A Manager, finance team and Council’s Management in strategic and financial planning for Council as directed, including assets management plans, budget reporting, analysis of business / asset performance, and support for financial components of business case and capital expenditure review preparation
• Developing financial modelling, interpreting and analysing data and run scenarios to provide support to the Council and decision-making process of key stakeholders
• Conducting market and financial research for various investment proposals, projects, assets and services
• Working closely with the Business Systems & Solutions and Finance teams to upgrade the technology used for internal reporting, create dashboards and regular reports to businesses within council

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Degree in Finance, Business or similar
• NSW Drivers Licence
• Insightful reporting and financial analysis, including business planning, strategic initiatives and broader insights to support preparation of business cases and drive decision making

INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

For a confidential discussion, please contact Anna Newell on 02 6767 5744.

Salary range:  $86,308.58 - $103,104.86 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Please note that due to the Christmas break shortlisting and interviews will take place in January 2025.

Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday, 10 January 2025.

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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!

Flexible Work Arrangements: your work/life balance is important to us. Approved by mutual agreement according to operational requirements (examples include condensed hours, job share, 19 day months, 9 day fortnights, time in lieu as approved)

Attractive Leave Options

• Long service leave after five (5) years
• Nine weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 18 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
• Three weeks sick leave annually
• Health & Wellbeing leave, Carer’s leave, Domestic Violence leave
• Leave (1 day) for NAIDOC week celebrations for those who identify

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city.

At Council we have the honour of leaving a legacy on our community. We create and enhance world class facilities and events. We develop Tamworth’s economy through investment and infrastructure. We ensure our city is sustainable for future growth and success.

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit.

Council is a giant pathway for forging your career and we prioritise growing our own talent, through training and professional development. Our Educational Assistance Program provides opportunities to pursue study in a higher-level role or related qualification/field.

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.

• Breast feeding friendly workplace
• Ideal location with easy access to cycle or walk to work
• QANTAS Club discounts
• Free entry to Council’s pools
• Health & Wellbeing programs
• Social Club
• Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your immediate family
• Corporate rate gym membership (participating gyms)
• Uniforms subsidised
• Novated leases available to all staff

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community. 

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.

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