Senior Financial Analyst

Reference number: 25575
Term: Ongoing, full-time
Remuneration: $158,080 to $165,606 pa. (HEW9) (inclusive of $133,579 to $139,939 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join Finance Business Solutions, Chancellery Division.

Join QUT as a Senior Financial Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial sustainability of one of Australia’s leading universities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives that drive cost optimisation, student load planning, and decision support modelling. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the university, providing insights and analysis that inform key business decisions and future growth strategies. We’re looking for a highly skilled professional with strong analytical expertise and a passion for problem-solving. In this role, you’ll lead complex projects, develop business cases, and deliver high-quality financial modelling and reporting. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have exceptional communication skills, and enjoy influencing outcomes through evidence-based insights, this is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and innovative organisation. Why QUT? At QUT, we believe in creating a workplace where you can thrive. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid work options, competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation, generous parental leave, and access to professional development programs. Join a university that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation, and be part of a team committed to making a difference.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

About Finance Business Solutions (FBS) Finance Business Solutions (FBS) sits within QUT’s Chancellery Division and is responsible for a range of business functions that ensure the ongoing financial viability and planning of the University. FBS plays a critical role in supporting QUT’s strategic aims and objectives while maintaining a customer-centric approach when engaging with the University community, industry, and government. The team values collaboration and is guided by principles of customer focus, accountability, respect, and empowerment..

What you need to succeed

Education, training and/or experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualifications in a related business discipline and extensive relevant experience.
High level interpersonal written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare high quality quantitative and qualitative management reports, together with a proven ability to undertake professional representation to committees and a wide range of staff.
Proven experience and ability to undertake special project tasks involving high level of research, reviews and policy analysis including the preparation of high quality reports and associated papers in relation to organisational management, strategic planning or evaluation.
Demonstrated high level ability in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, the interpretation of data, information, policy and procedures (both internal and external) and its application to the University.
High level digital literacy skills in various software applications such spreadsheet, database and visualisation packages with the ability to identify and apply different logic to different project tasks.
Demonstrated ability to initiate new ideas and analyse complex problems and identify strategies for their resolution.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=6320AEEE-9285-2960-3D45-E44D69E7B58A

Job opens: 21-Oct-2025

Applications Close: 04-Nov-2025 at 11.30pm