Senior FP&A Analyst

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join a large NSW Government department on a short-term contract of approximately six weeks . This role will suit a commercially minded finance professional with strong budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and stakeholder management experience who can quickly add value in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering financial analysis, reporting and insights to support decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities • Deliver financial analysis and reporting to support business performance and strategic decision-making. • Prepare and review management reports, forecasts and budget submissions. • Provide insightful commentary on financial results, trends, risks and opportunities. • Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including stakeholder engagement across the business. • Develop financial models and business cases to support initiatives and projects. • Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial advice and commercial insights. • Assist with financial governance, controls and process improvement initiatives. • Support reporting requirements for NSW Treasury and other key stakeholders. About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: • Significant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, management reporting or finance business partnering. • Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling capabilities. • Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large and complex data sets. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. • Experience performing detailed balance sheet and cashflow analysis.Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. • CA, CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification. Experience within government or large, complex organisations will be highly regarded but is not essential.