Business Analyst (534046)

  • South, TAS, Australia
  • Finance and Business Support
  • Accounting/Finance
  • Analyst
  • Economics
  • Permanent, full-time
  • Closing at: 12 Jul 2026 - 11:55pm AEST
  • Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 5
  • Department of Health
  • $102,027 to $106,985 per annum
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The Team

The Finance and Business Support team partners closely with clinical and operational units across Hospitals South to support informed decision-making and responsible resource management. The team provides financial analysis, budgeting, performance reporting, and strategic advice to ensure services are delivered efficiently and sustainably. Working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, the team plays a critical role in monitoring performance, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting frontline services to achieve high-quality outcomes for the Tasmanian community.

The Role

  • Prepare financial reports which may include monthly reports, end of year forecasts and variance analysis, for a range of users.
  • Prepare performance reports incorporating human resource, service activity and financial information. Advise clients on appropriate actions to take to achieve targets and provide support to implement.
  • Undertake in depth analysis of business unit and cost centre performance, identifying key issues, trends and variances. Provide advice and make recommendations to the relevant Business Manager to implement agreed strategies.

You will need

  • Demonstrated understanding of business systems, accrual and cash accounting concepts and accounting procedures with experience in applying this understanding within business operational environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in research, investigation and analytical skills with an ability to clearly articulate the results and recommend actions to make improvements.
  • Demonstrated high level attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Multiple Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$102,027 to $106,985 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

  • Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

  • Professional development and accelerated pathways.
  • A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
  • Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

Application Guide:  

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Erin Fourie
Manager - Finance and Business
03 6166 3730
erin.fourie@ths.tas.gov.au 

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

 

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