Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, HCI

Job Description

Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, HCI Posted: 12/02/2025 Closing Date: 08/03/2025 Job Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Job Category: Finance About Us: Health Careers International (HCI) is a premier provider of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Higher Education with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and Kochi. Our mission is to transform lives through quality education in healthcare and build a skilled, competent workforce. Job Description The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is pivotal in ensuring financial stability, strategic decision-making, and regulatory compliance within organizations. Responsibilities may include financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis tailored to the needs of higher education. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial software, and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively to stakeholders within the academic environment. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Planning – Develop and execute long-term financial plans aligned with the company’s goals. Budget Management – Oversee budget creation, monitoring, and compliance across the organization. Risk Mitigation – Identify financial risks and implement proactive risk management strategies. Investment Management – Manage the company’s investment portfolio and assess opportunities for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Financial Compliance – Ensure full compliance with regulatory and statutory financial reporting requirements. Working Capital Optimization – Develop strategies to enhance liquidity and reduce financing costs. Cash Flow Management – Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability. Performance Reporting – Provide timely and accurate financial reports, including dashboards and key performance metrics, to the CFO, Board, and senior management. Stakeholder Communication – Present financial outcomes and forecasts to key internal and external stakeholders. Process Improvement – Continuously review and enhance financial management systems and reporting processes for greater efficiency. Resource Allocation – Ensure optimal use of financial resources based on business needs and analysis. Qualifications & Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and investment management. Experienced in financial governance, budgeting, and forecasting. Strong knowledge of corporate finance, risk management, and financial reporting regulations. Desired Skills and Experience Strong leadership and strategic thinking in financial planning. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High level of analytical and problem-solving abilities to support decision-making. Negotiation and influencing skills to drive financial initiatives. Ability to work independently on complex projects while ensuring collaboration across teams. Proactive approach to financial risk management and cost optimization. Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism. All recruitment, selection and promotion decisions will be based on the best qualified and experienced candidate who can perform the genuine occupational requirements of this position. HCI provides equal opportunity in employment to all suitably abled people without discrimination or harassment based on a personal characteristic protected under the Equal Opportunity Act. Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are encouraged to apply for the position. To apply for this position, please use the link below. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us at #J-18808-Ljbffr