Senior Financial Analyst, Total State Financial Reporting

Treasury

Reference number

req52669

Occupation

Accounting and Financial

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information

$116,981.00 - $129,492.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

Closing date

22 July 2026 at 10:00am

Senior Financial Analyst x 2

Total State Financial Reporting

Employment Type: Temporary

Employment period: 24 months x two fixed-term positions

Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 7/8

Remuneration: $116,981 - $129,492; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

Location: Sydney CBD, flexible working options available

Applications Close: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 9:59am

Your day as a Senior Financial Analyst

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll support in the delivery of the Total State Sector Accounts and key reporting aggregates included in NSW Budget, Half Year Review and Monthly Reporting. This role will also support in the delivery of ad-hoc projects. Your typical day-to-day work may include:

assisting in the consolidation of financial information at a whole of government level for inclusion in financial reports of the State.

reviewing agency submissions of financial information including detailed review and variance analysis of agency-based data and emerging issues impacting the accounts to facilitate informed decision making

attending to agency data submissions and agency enquiries to ensure accuracy of information and on time submission

contributing to the preparation of Budget papers as necessary

supporting the delivery of projects as required across the Group.

You will be joining our Financial Management and Services Group and will be working within Total State Financial Reporting Division. about your future Group and Division.

You can about the role in the role description here.

What you can bring to the role

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

CA/CPA qualified or working towards qualification

Eligibility for membership of a recognised professional accounting body such as CPA Australia or Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.

Experience from the Big Four Accounting firms or Audit Office (preferred, but not essential)

Knowledge of consolidation accounting processes

Knowledge of accounting standards, policies and guidelines as they apply to public sector agencies and the Total State Sector Accounts for NSW

Intermediate to advanced excel skills

Prior experience in and demonstratable technical financial accounting skills and knowledge

Analytical skills with strong conceptual and research skills

An ability to deal with competing projects and priorities and meet deadlines

Investing in you

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks

Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.

Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training

Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.

Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave. about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.

complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.

partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months. about what to expect in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.

We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.

We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation. If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-treasury/about-us/careers

As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.

As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Kathy Lau Kathy.Lau@treasury.nsw.gov.au.

Close of applications: 9:59am Wednesday 22 July 2026

A concurrent search is also underway

Click “Apply” to start your application.