INTERNAL ONLY - PRINCIPAL ANALYST

Req ID:  670839                    

Personnel Area: Corporate Services                                

Branch: Information Services

Salary Range: BAND 8 $150,432 to $162,791 + Superannuation 

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary full-time       

Duration: December 2027

The Business

​​​​​​​Corporate Services support, equip, and help guide Council to deliver the Brisbane Vision through centralised corporate services and a customer-focused approach.

Information Services branch (ISB) supports and enables Council’s day-to-day activities and services through efficient, flexible and innovative ICT solutions. We lead the ICT strategy that supports Council’s business objectives, information management, and ICT service delivery.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Role

The Principal Analyst manages and delivers the financial, reporting and analytical objectives for ISB’s service groups and budget programs.

In this role you will provide the high-quality information, data, reporting and outcomes for the Civic Cabinet Chair, Group Executives, Program Manager and Outcome Managers to support informed decision making and responsible financial and budget management outcomes.

This role requires considerable financial and analytical skills and experience; a sound understanding of Council’s and ISB’s strategic plan and goals; and a high level of agility to prioritise workload and ISB needs.

We are looking for a highly experienced analyst who can partner with key stakeholders in ISB and across Corporate Services to deliver comprehensive analysis to help drive ISB’s corporate plan.

In this role you will:

• liaise, engage, consult, and communicate with key stakeholders on a broad range of projects, initiatives, and operational matters
• lead the delivery of efficient, high quality financial support
• maintain and utilise strong partnering relationships, networks and alliances
• provide considered professional advice and sound judgement to contribute towards program and group goals and objectives
• monitoring performance and identify and drive continuous improvement

 To be successful you will have:

• an understanding of program funding; Council’s budget development processes; program outcomes, strategies, and services; and relevant stakeholders.
• proven success in developing and maintaining relationships and influencing to motivate others to work towards key priorities
• highly developed interpersonal skills
• high developed analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• proven organisational skills to manage competing priorities while exercising discretion
• proven ability operating at strategic and operational level with a continuous improvement mindset
• extensive practical experience in the effective delivery of financial and managerial accounting services.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE 

How to apply:  Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and cover letter (of no more than one page) that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. 

Please note: Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

This role requires a Criminal History Check.

For more information:  Please contact John Hefez on 3178 3859 or john.hefez@brisbane.qld.gov.au

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Monday 3^rd November 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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