Finance Analyst

• Contribute to financial reporting, forecasting and budget processes that support Value NSW
• 2 x Ongoing full-time opportunities
• NSW office location negotiable with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super

Perks of working for VNSW:

• It’s great: We work hard, but we play hard too… and enjoy a laugh
• It’s digital: You’ll have access to modern devices and tools -  with a modernised valuation platform known as Val IQ
• It’s rewarding: With huge operational and strategic delivery pieces that underpin core government functions and services there’ll never be a dull day
• It’s flexible: We’re hybrid and split between the office, on the road and home. You’ll have access to generous leave options

In this role, you will provide clear, accurate financial analysis and advice to support budget management, forecasting, reporting and operational decision-making across Value NSW. You will work with business areas and finance partners to monitor financial performance, identify variances, maintain data integrity and prepare timely reporting that helps managers understand financial outcomes, risks and opportunities.

You will also support continuous improvement in financial management practices, bringing strong attention to detail, sound judgement and a customer-focused approach to working with stakeholders in a busy, high-volume environment.

For more information read the full Role Description: Finance Analyst

What you will bring to the role:

• Strong financial analysis, reporting and budgeting skills, with the ability to interpret financial information and provide clear insights to support decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain financial information in a clear and accessible way.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accurate financial data, records and reporting outputs.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree qualification in Commerce / Business or currently completing a degree qualification in Commerce / Business, or extensive relevant practical experience.

About Us 

The Valuer General is an independent statutory officer, appointed by the Governor of New South Wales to oversee the State's land valuation system. 

Value NSW (VNSW), part of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, delivers the valuation system for rating and taxing as well as compulsory acquisition compensation purposes via delegation of the Valuer General of NSW. This includes but is not limited to:

Making more than 2.7 million residential, rural, commercial and industrial valuations annually, with a total value of approximately $3 trillion as well as managing compulsory acquisition determinations in situations where government cannot reach agreement, totalling over $1 billion per annum

Delivering customer services and experience for 2.7 million landholders per annum – receiving up to 50,000 calls and many more enquiries

Monitoring, assurance and governance pertaining to the quality of the valuations undertaken relevant to both the Valuation of Land Act 1916 and the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.

In addition, VNSW provides other specialised valuation activities, services and determinations for other cluster or statewide government partners – including being responsible for the delivery of all valuations for government property transactions as defined by the Government Property Framework and Treasurer’s Directions as well as more than $700 billion in government asset valuations for financial accounting purposes.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join Us:
If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply with your CV and cover letter. We’d love to hear from you and explore how you can shape your world with us.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 13 September 2026.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received to support the timely progression of the recruitment process. Please ensure your contact details are current and accurate, as shortlisted candidates may be contacted promptly following the closing date. Please note, the anticipated interview dates for this role 28 September - 2 October 2026 via Microsoft Teams

Should you require further information about the role please contact Catherine Frost at catherine.frost@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676  - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

  reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, including an alternate format of the application form, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills and potential. 

Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference “Request an Adjustment - Finance Analyst”.