The Opportunity Here at The Kids Research Institute Australia, our passionate finance team are a pivotal part of the organisation. Working closely with our research teams, they provide strategic and operational financial support with budgets, planning and analysis, enabling us to achieve our mission - to improve the health and wellbeing of children through excellence in research. Come and join our finance team as our new FP&A Analyst. This is an integral role for the running of the institutes financial systems and financial data collection processes and will provide a dedicated focus on the annual budgeting cycle, including supporting the development of business cases for strategic plan development and implementation. As a senior role within the team, the FP&A Analyst will partner with senior management, the executive and board members to ensure continuous improvement of financial data and reporting. No two days will be the same in this varied role but typically your day-to-day tasks will include: Partnering with stakeholders to create high quality reports that meet their needs and inform financial and strategic decision making. Leading and managing the Institute's processes for organisational budgeting, forecasting and re-forecasting. Upskill and educate stakeholders on financial tracking and analysis. Continuous improvement of the institute’s Enterprise Resource Planning system, to enable best practice data collection, consistency and integrity. Supporting the preparation of the monthly management accounts including commentary on budget variances. Based at Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this role will be permanent and offered on a full-time basis. About You The ideal applicant will be a people-focused finance professional, who thrives under pressure whilst handling competing priorities. The key to your success will be your demonstrated experience in cultivating meaningful relationships based on trust, along with: Knowledge of business management and accounting principles to support strategic planning, resource allocation and overhead recovery models. Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative working relationships with stakeholders and maintain them over time, including working with senior executives and board members. Experience in departmental budgeting and/or forecasting across a large organisation and/or in a complex industry. Deep understanding of ERP systems, and or the dealing with complex data derived from ERP systems. Experience with Microsoft Business Central is desirable. Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills, including using excel as a base tool for financial planning or analysis of bulk financial data. At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we: Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups. Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages. Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive. Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging. Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups. We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can. Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy: Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter. Salary packaging and entertainment benefits. Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events. Flexible and hybrid working options. Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning. Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities. Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance. How to apply If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application. Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section. Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact recruitment@thekids.org.au. Click here for the Job Description Contact Name: Jacob Stewart-Olsen Contact Email: Jacob.Stewart-Olsen@thekids.org.au Closing Date: 11/01/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date. The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program. We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
