Financial Planning and Investment Analyst

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Financial Planning and Investment Analyst Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3000 About us: At CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly. We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. About the role: The Financial Planning and Investment Analyst is responsible for implementing and overseeing the investment governance framework, evaluating large capital investment programs and customer connection projects, and driving efficiency while mitigating risk through continuous process and system improvements. Additionally, the incumbent will support the annual budgeting process, particularly in consolidating budgets and plans at the group level. What you’ll deliver: Own and continually improve the capital investment governance framework for VPN and UE. Develop and control templates and standards for key deliverables e.g. business cases and economic assessments. Act as the Investment Committee secretary, partner with the business to drive high quality business cases and ensure clear messaging of investment proposals. Test and review investment models to validate business decisions, identify their value, challenge assumptions and economic appraisals including risk assessment, benefits, cash flows, cost build up and timing. Collaborate with planning analysts from other entities within the group to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent budget consolidation. Manage a group-wide budget consolidation model for both the annual budget and long-term planning. To succeed in the role, you’ll have: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, commerce (or equivalent) 2+ years of experience in a finance/governance/project management role involving financial analysis. Advanced skills in Excel to navigate complex financial models, and in PowerPoint to present to stakeholders. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience working in the Utilities industry (advantageous) What’s next? If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily check every box, or would like to discuss a different or flexible way of working, please still get in touch with us at Please submit your application via our careers website by 2 March 2025 . For the full Position Description, please reach out to Luke Castro from the Talent team at We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr