Principal Financial Data Analyst

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP

The Governance and Reporting branch is responsible for the financial management reporting functions and governance across the division. The branch is responsible for the financial operations of the Infrastructure division including statutory and external financial reporting requirements, liaison with internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to Infrastructure finance, ensure management accounting and budgeting requirements are met and prepare accounts for payment against capital and recurrent budgets.

The Role

The Principal Financial Data Analyst leads and coordinates work on systems to manage and track the Department’s Asset Investment Program (AIP) and capital works programs including transportables and building condition assessments as well as maintenance and minor works. The role is responsible for planning and implementing data priorities, developing a plan to bring together critical data sets and external data sources to support infrastructure decision making and service delivery to schools.

If successful, you will perform specialist business intelligence, analytics and reporting services for the Governance and Reporting branch including self-service enablement and data literacy support. This role will require a well-developed understanding of financial management and a strong awareness of existing and developing data sources, information systems and reporting requirements across the Infrastructure division and anticipate emerging requirements.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments) .
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jan McGrath, Manager – Infrastructure Governance and Reporting on 0476 885 552 or by emailing [email protected]

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated extensive experience developing, coordinating, and maintaining large scale data sets in a complex business environment, including the ability to interpret and reconcile complex data sets within established financial management and legislative frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, setting up and managing systems and data integration that connect and integrate data for better business reporting and analytics.
• Demonstrated highly developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with key internal and external stakeholders at all levels and communicate complex information in a clear and compelling manner for the target audience.
• Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and research skills, including the ability to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team to achieve results.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1039321

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.