Senior Financial Modeller

Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week

$98,246.92 to $104,849.12 Annually + up to 12% super

RCC Officers' Level 6

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… in a truly special place.

Join our team as a Senior Financial Modeller

Are you ready to shape the financial future of the Redlands Coast? We’re seeking an experienced and analytical professional to deliver advanced modelling and financial insights that drive Redland City Council’s strategic planning, budgeting, and decision-making. In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure our long-term financial forecasts are robust, accurate, and aligned with Council’s priorities. You’ll also play a key role in uplifting capability within our Financial Planning Unit.

Your responsibilities will include:

Building and maintaining complex financial models to support long-term planning and budget processes.

Managing the Long-Term Financial Forecast and ensuring integration with Council’s financial management system.

Analysing financial data to provide clear, actionable advice and recommendations.

Conducting scenario analysis to support budget deliberations, sustainability reviews, and strategic decision-making.

Preparing technical papers, model assumptions, policies, and reconciliations that ensure financial governance and compliance.

Contributing to capability building within the Financial Planning Unit by mentoring team members and sharing expertise.

Skills & Experience:

Proven experience delivering high-quality financial modelling and analysis in Local Government or a similarly complex and regulated environment.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and compliance requirements.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial modelling tools and systems (Finance One experience desirable).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights.

Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Tertiary qualifications in Business or Accounting and membership (or eligibility) with CPA Australia or an equivalent professional body.

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying – it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

More reasons to love working with us:

17.5% annual leave loading + Christmas ex-gratia day

Paid parental leave and purchased leave options

Access to development and study assistance programs

Discounts with 400+ retailers and fitness providers

Flexible working options through RedFlex – our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when and where you work.

Who We Are:

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries and community events—we support the city’s day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,000 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

Guided by our Values, we’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our careers page to learn more and read the stories of our incredible team.

Eligibility:

Tertiary qualification in Business or Accounting (or equivalent) and membership/eligibility for CPA Australia or an equivalent professional body.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Criminal History check.

Ready to join us?

Click Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees).

Please include:

A one-page cover letter

A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications.

Applications close at 11:59pm AEST on 28 August 2025.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.