Finance systems analyst

Job Status : Ongoing, Full Time

Salary: Base salary of $102,779 per annum plus 11% superannuation contributions

Applications Close: Sunday 26th May 2024, 11:59pm

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An organisation where diversity of thought & experience is valued, supported & respected.

THE HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. It is a globally recognised Australian icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, among the world’s busiest performing arts centres, one of the architectural wonders of the 20th century and the nation’s most visited tourism destination. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.

The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes:

• Everyone feels welcome here.
• We better understand and connect with the community.
• We are future ready.
• We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

YOUR NEW ROLE

Reporting to the Manager Financial Planning & Analysis, this position will work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure the integrity of data received into key finance systems, and enable Finance and the business to leverage that data for efficient and automated reporting and informed decision making.

As the first line of support and subject matter experts to finance and business users for these systems you will support a continuous improvement culture, identifying and at times implementing opportunities to improve the operations of finance systems and processes

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.

ARE YOU THE ONE?

Key Responsibilities/skills:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance and membership of a recognised professional accounting organisation.
• Sound understanding of financial management practices, forecasting, budgetary principles and business planning processes.
• Experience of delivery and development of management reporting including a sound understanding of the underlying frameworks and systems.
• Strong excel, analytical and problem solving skills. Oracle Cloud EPM and report writing knowledge would be advantageous.
• Close attention to detail and methodical approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on business and financial reporting.
• Sound interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills to maintain relationships and provide appropriate guidance & support across the organisation on financial matters.
• Commitment to providing quality customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Ability to deliver accurate work to tight deadlines.

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

• 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
• 5-week’s annual leave.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
• Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka ‘SEALs’) and more.
• Fitness Passport & complimentary wellbeing programs including Pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
• Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star Performance Rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).
• Working for an organisation who has committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
• Complimentary tickets to shows.
• And many more!

OUR FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

We are an inclusive employer who recognises that everyone is unique. We welcome you for who you are – as you are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email us at so we can discuss this further. If you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily tick every box of the role description, please still get in touch.

We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills, and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are d/Deaf and Disabled or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, identify as LGBTIQ+ and from other underrepresented groups/communities.

Read more about our DI&B commitments outlined in our Strategy, which works hand in hand with the commitments in our longstanding Reconciliation, Accessibility and Environmental Action plans.

NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?

We know flexibility means different things to different people, let us know how we can best support you to be your best.

SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan

In addition, applicants will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.

• The Sydney Opera House has software and systems that assist with day to day financial and administrative functions. Please explain what software and systems you have experience in using, how long and to what level.

• Give an example of when you have had to produce a report or other document that was particularly important. How did you plan and organise the information to meet the needs of the reader? How did you check the quality and accuracy of the work?

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies