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The Team: The Budget Development and Advice Team plays a key role in supporting the Department of Healths financial management and strategic planning. The team: Leads the development of the Departments budget, ensuring alignment with government priorities and internal planning frameworks. Provides consolidated financial reporting and analysis to the Executive, offering insights into the Agencys overall financial position. Supports corporate and policy areas by delivering financial advice and analytical support to inform decision-making and resource allocation. The Role: In conjunction with the relevant Manager and other members of the Budget and Finance team: Assist with the development and allocation of budgets; provide advice and assistance to senior management through the budget cycle; and monitor and report on financial performance throughout the financial year. Support senior members of the Budget and Finance team to identify improvements in resource management within the Department of Health (the Agency), including investigation, analysis, and monitoring of strategies for improving budget control, achieving budget outcomes, and taxation and superannuation compliance. Provide advice, analysis, and research related to budget, financial management, taxation, and financial reporting processes of the Agency. You will need to: Under the direction of the Manager Budget Development and Advice, provide advice to the Chief Financial Officer and other staff regarding the development, monitoring, and reporting of the Agencys budget and tax obligations. Undertake projects to review Business Unit budget allocations and other research and analysis related to taxation, superannuation, and budgetary matters, including strategies to improve efficiency, compliance processes, and streamline business processes within the Agency. Assist in implementing changes in financial monitoring, reporting, and budgeting in relation to current reforms in health and human services, and developments in the delivery of acute care, primary health care, community care, and other services in Australia and other jurisdictions. Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Permanent full-time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies. Salary: $98,255 to $103,069 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022. Benefits available to eligible candidates: Professional development and accelerated pathways. A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. Fitness Passport access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here. Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents: Statement of Duties: Generic Business Analyst Band 5 (July 2023) CSU.PDF Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx How to apply: Apply Online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required. For more information: Contact Elizabeth Jacob, Principal Budget Analyst, at 03 6166 0608 or elizabeth.jacob@health.tas.gov.au. What it is like working at the Department of Health: Our values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Listen to staff experiences and learn about relocating to Tasmania through various resources linked in the job posting. We respect diversity and encourage applicants from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr