There is one permanent full-time position currently available, commencing December 2026.

Financial Planning and Resourcing are seeking to establish a pool of Budget Analysts for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of June, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

The Budget Management and Analysis Branch is part of the Financial Planning and Resourcing Directorate. The branch manages the Department’s budget at a corporate level, which includes providing budgetary advice to central and regional office business areas, cash flow management and maintaining the Department’s complex budget structure. It is also responsible for monitoring and reporting on the Department’s financial and staffing budget performance to ensure the Department operates within its approved expense limit. The Branch provides reports on Full Time Equivalent (FTE) and salaries reporting to internal and external stakeholders. The Branch analyses FTE and salaries data, and prepares costings for Enterprise Bargaining Agreement negotiations, as well as working with business areas to cost new proposals and/or initiatives.

The Role

The suitable applicants will prepare, analyse and regularly review components of the Department’s expenditure and revenue budget. They will be expected to report on Department commitments and provide information for inclusion in management and other Department reports. Their duties will include analysing financial data to identify variances in the Department’s budget and identify emerging trends and issues, processing budgets into financial systems, including preparing and processing budget adjustments.

These applicants will provide input into the development and maintenance of financial systems, internal controls and reconciliations to facilitate effective cash flow management and reporting, they will also develop and maintain appropriate financial models and prepare financial reports and statements for inclusion in the Department’s Budget Statements. They will be responsible for analysing financial data and preparing reports relating to Budget Papers and monthly reviews of cost of services.

These applicants will also be expected to undertake research for reports, ministerials, briefings and Parliamentary Questions and prepare appropriate responses. They will provide support to the Manager to effectively manage and report on the Department’s budget position and will additionally research, develop and implement financial management training programs and resources for Department staff. They will develop and maintain effective communication links and working relationships to ensure access to diverse specialist knowledge and will establish and maintain collaborative working relationships and effective communication networks with internal and external stakeholders.

Professional Benefits

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

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• 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 Kate Southcott, Manager on (08) 9264 4775 or by emailing kate.southcott@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

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.
• possess or demonstrate progression towards a tertiary qualification in accounting, business, finance or related area or equivalent considerable experience

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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Demonstrated practical knowledge of the Financial Management Act 2006 and substantial experience in accounting, budgeting and resource management in a large and complex agency.
2. Demonstrated skills and experience in budget management, financial reporting and financial modelling, including using spreadsheets and reporting tools to analyse large volumes of data.
3. Demonstrated well developed conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to provide innovative thinking in developing and implementing solutions to complex problems and issues.
4. Demonstrated well developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment and to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.

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: DOE1067175

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 08 October 2026