Business Analyst

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

In this full time Finance Analyst role based at Epworth Hawthorn Hospital, you will be responsible for Financial and Operational processes and analysis that underpins the sustainable operation of the Hospital.

You will be part of the management team and report to the Finance Manager, and must hold a Bachelor Degree or higher in Business and/or Accounting/Commerce, or other analytical discipline with demonstrated experience working in an finance analytical role.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing high quality and responsive financial and analysis support to the Executive team and internal business customers, largely the clinical management team
• Supporting the Finance Manager to deliver the month end financial reporting process
• Supporting the Finance Manager to create the annual Hospital budget in conjunction with the Executive team and Managers
• Analysing revenue and cost opportunities within the Hospital
• Identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities to deliver strategic changes to drive both operational and financial performance
• Engage with both clinical and management team to forecast activity, revenue and costs
• Supporting the Epworth Group wide finance function, including involvement in group wide projects

To be successful in this role…

You will be technically proficient but will enjoy engaging with clinical and management professionals when applying your financial and analytical acumen in a way that helps them achieve the Organisation’s operational and financial goals.

You will have: 

• Bachelor Degree or Higher in Business, Accounting/Commerce, or other analytical discipline, with CA or CPA
• Financial management and business management experience
• Proven ability to work independently, and to set and achieve goals and objectives
• Demonstrated history of identifying and helping deliver operational improvements
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills to complement your sound financial analytical skills
• Aspiration to build your Healthcare industry knowledge and progress your career

Position Description           Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health

Epworth’s Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve outstanding outcomes for patients. We have forged a strong team ethos across our four campuses in Richmond, Hawthorn, Camberwell and Brighton.

• Bachelor Degree or Higher in Accounting/Business/Commerce

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Enquire/ Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact talent@epworth.org.au or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.