UnitingCareQld

Business Performance Analyst

Brisbane Full time

Make a meaningful difference with us   
 
We’re looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.  
 
We are seeking a culture-orientated Business Performance Analyst to join our Family and Disability Services (FADS) team. This role provides critical financial performance analysis and business insight to operational teams and supports the Senior Manager, Finance and Business Partnering.  
 
Please note, this position is Full Time Permanent. Flexibility is important to us, and we know it is to you, too - this role supports hybrid working by agreement.    
 
Your part in our UnitingCare team:   

  • Provide sound commercial and operational advice to support decision-making. 

  • Support with Acquittals, Projects, Tenders and Business Cases 

  • Prepare monthly performance reports and maintain financial/non-financial models. 

  • Support cyclical planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. 

  • Analyse past performance and forecast future results to identify trends and opportunities. 

  • Develop strategies to improve financial and operational performance. 

  • Partner with operational teams to build capability in financial performance monitoring. 

  • Support internal audits and compliance requirements. 

  • Identify efficiencies, emerging trends, and income opportunities. 

  • Participate in projects including process analysis and operational improvements. 
     

What makes a difference for us? 

  • Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies. This may include:  

  • Nationally Coordinated Police Check 

  • Right to Work in Australia 

  • Insolvency Check 

  • Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field  

  • CA/CPA qualified  

  • Expertise in performance analysis, financial modelling, and strategic improvement  

  • Advanced Excel and strong tech skills  

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities  

  • Experience in dynamic, change-driven environments  

  • Knowledge of sector frameworks and compliance  

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Prophix, and Power BI (desirable) 

  • Strong skills and experience in Microsoft Excel 

What makes a difference for you? 

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years.

  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

  • Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits

  • A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program

  • A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others

  • Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference 

Diversity & Inclusion 

Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here.  At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.  

Safe workplace 

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.