Strategic Finance Analyst — Local Government Projects (City …, City of Blacktown

Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 460,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages. With $26.43 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 34,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses. Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer‑focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment. Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities. About the opportunity Are you a finance professional who enjoys working beyond the numbers, using analysis, modelling and insight to support major decisions and long‑term financial sustainability? We are seeking a Strategic and Project Analyst to join the Finance team on a permanent, full‑time basis. This position offers the opportunity to work on high‑impact financial analysis, major projects and long‑term planning in one of Australia’s fastest growing local government areas. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining Council's 10 year Long Term Financial Plan and providing financial modelling, analysis and reporting across major programs, including transformational projects, developer contributions, land projects, domestic waste and large infrastructure initiatives. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will deliver insights that support strategic decision‑making by senior management, the Executive team and Council. This role suits someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving and turning complex financial information into clear, practical insights. Your work will directly contribute to financial sustainability and the delivery of essential services and infrastructure for the Blacktown community. If you are looking for a role where you can use your financial expertise to influence meaningful outcomes, we would love to hear from you. Qualifications and experience Essential
- A university degree in an appropriate field
- Minimum 8 years relevant work experience
- Demonstrated experience in strategic financial analysis, financial accounting and/or business analysis
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and communicate key financial and non‑financial data, to identify business unit costs and business improvement opportunities
- Current class C driver’s licence. Desirable
- Broad and strong understanding of local government operations
- Ability to negotiate and identify possible outcomes with a range of stakeholders
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with reporting on major capital projects
- Experience using Technology One software systems
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modelling, net present values, scenario analysis and interest rate implications. Remuneration and benefits The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $2,338.60 per week
- 35‑hour working week
- Chance to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs. Our commitment to safety Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre‑employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing. We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. Position description Click here to view or download the position description. Apply now using our fast and easy‑to‑use online application process: 1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system. 3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application. Best of luck. Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026, 11.59 pm Contact officer: Katherine Hayhow on 9839 6900 Internal ref: BCC1938 #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qlpnr