Financial Data Analyst
Date: 26 Aug 2026
Location: WOOLLOONGABBA, QLD, AU, 4102
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
Summary
Brisbane Catholic Education is seeking a Financial Data Analyst (Senior Advisor - Data Analyst (Financial Services)) to join our Finance team at our Woolloongabba office. In this role, you will transform complex financial and operational data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making across the organisation. Working with stakeholders across Finance, ICT and the broader BCE community, you will develop reporting solutions, enhance analytics capability and contribute to initiatives that drive innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Location: BCEO Woolloongabba
- Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements Available
- Status: Permanent (Continuing) | Commencing September 2026
- Salary: $137,560 - $152,836
- Ad Close date: 14 September 2026
- Contact: CareersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
In this position you will:
- Bring thought leadership on financial data modelling design, visualisation and use
- Develop and maintain financial, operational and performance reporting solutions that support informed business decisions
- Analyse complex financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and actionable insights
- Contribute to enterprise financial modelling, forecasting and scenario planning activities
- Design and enhance dashboards, visualisations and automated reporting processes to improve reporting efficiency
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity and reliability of financial and operational datasets through validation and reconciliation activities
- Support data governance initiatives by documenting business rules, standards, processes and data quality controls
- Partner with stakeholders across Finance, ICT and the wider organisation to deliver fit-for-purpose analytical solutions
- Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement projects through research, analysis, testing and implementation activities
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Demonstrated experience in data analytics and financial planning and analysis within a medium to large, complex organisation.
- Strong capability in interpreting data and translating analysis into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
- Experience developing dashboards, reporting frameworks and automated reporting solutions.
- Experience leveraging Microsoft technologies and the Power Platform to design, integrate and automate end-to-end data solutions, connecting platforms such as Excel, SharePoint, Azure and Power BI to improve data accessibility, reporting and business processes.
- Experience with Activity-Based Costing (ABC) and/or use of Databricks would be highly desirable.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse teams.
- Experience supporting organisational change, process improvement or system enhancement initiatives.
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Tertiary qualifications in accounting, business, data analytics or a related field, supported by CA/CPA membership (or equivalent) and ongoing professional development.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
- Ability to obtain a National Criminal History check prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards.
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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