Business Analyst - 2x positions

This position will work within the Operations branch, and report to the Business Manager. The Business Analyst is responsible for undertaking financial and administrative duties to support the day to day financial operations of the Agriculture Science and Technology (AST) Division.

A key component of the role is to ensure that the AST’s scientific and research staff are provided with the support required to enable them to focus on science and research duties. The Business Analyst will undertake financial and administrative duties so that science and research staff can undertake their roles effectively.

The Business Analyst responsibilities is to ensure that the General Manager, Operations and the Divisional Executive Team is provided with quality and timely information to support decision-making. The Business Analyst will be required to assist with high-level one-off project tasks. The incumbent will liaise closely with the Agriculture AST’s staff and management and interact with stakeholders including external suppliers.

The incumbent is expected to operate with a minimum level of direction and to prioritise competing workload demands and deliver high quality and accurate outputs in a timely manner and to agreed standards.

The successful applicant will work effectively as a member of a team, enjoy flexible working arrangements and undertake a wide variety of work across the Branch.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Experience in finance, budget preparation, management, accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in a Finance role and systems, preferably within a scientific research environment.
• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Demonstrated experience of providing administrative advice on a range of finance issues.
• High level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications, particularly in the use of pivot tables in Excel.
• High level of oral and written communication skills with experience in communicating on complex matters professionally with key stakeholders and end-user groups.
• An appropriate qualification in Business Administration, finance or accounting would be well regarded.
• The ability to work under minimal supervision, and in multi-disciplined teams in a reliable and highly professional manner.
• High level of oral and written communication skills with experience in communicating on complex matters professionally with key stakeholders and end-user groups.

There are two ongoing positions available. The work location for both positions is AgriBio, Bundoora with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for these positions, applicants are encouraged to address the Key Selection Criteria and to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 16 July 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

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