Renewal SA
Job reference: req325
Location: 5001 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the role

Due to an internal promotion, Renewal SA is seeking an experienced Project Analyst. The Project Analyst will assist with the day-to-day financial management and accounting for assigned projects and activities of Renewal SA. This includes working with the Senior Finance Business Partner, Project Accountant and Financial Planning and Analysis team to provide effective accounting and financial management services, preparing, and maintaining operating and capital budgets and forecasts and ensuring the relevant and accurate analysis of financial performance is undertaken and reported on.

• Maintaining accurate and up to date project financials including, reconciliation of costs for recovery purpose and expense tracking
• Assisting in the month end process, including preparation of accruals and journal entries
• Preparing and maintaining capital budgets and whole-of-life financial models to ensure currency, accuracy, and correct forecasting.
• Contributing to the provision of relevant and accurate business insight and analysis that explains financial results, performance against targets and trends.

Who we are looking for

You're a detail-oriented and analytical professional who enjoys working with data to support informed decision-making. You thrive in a collaborative environment, balancing multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial and project reporting.

You will bring:

• Experience or exposure to project financial management, management accounting, or data analysis
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Sound analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends
• Good stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel for reporting and analysis
• A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field

About us

At Renewal SA, we're shaping the future of South Australia through a portfolio of significant projects, including Bowden, the former Southwark, Noarlunga, Seaton and Prospect. We are also focusing on increasing the supply of affordable and regional housing, while unlocking employment lands through industrial land releases. Renewal SA's exciting portfolio of projects is growing and so is our team.

Our main goals include creating sustainable communities, increasing the availability of affordable housing, accelerating housing supply in our regions, releasing land for industrial and commercial developments, and reducing carbon emissions to reach the government's target of net carbon zero by 2050.

With South Australia's largest and most diverse property portfolio, we're expanding our multidisciplinary team to deliver projects of state significance. Our people are highly skilled, passionate and driven by purpose.

If you are looking to make meaningful impact and contribute to the future of our state, this role could be you.

Why work for us

• Renewal SA has a thriving culture where your growth and contributions are genuinely valued.
• Work on projects that are making a difference, with the largest, and growing property portfolio, there's no shortage of variety at Renewal SA.
• Enjoy flexibility with options including hybrid working, flexible start and finish time, compressed working weeks and more.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with access to initiatives like discounted gym memberships, counselling services and medical benefits such as free vaccinations, skin checks and more.
• Keep learning and growing with a range of professional development opportunities to support your career progression.

We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in our workplace

A diverse workforce helps us better reflect the communities we serve, brings various perspectives and drives innovation. If you need alternative means of communication during the application process, please let us know at renewalsa.recruitment@sa.gov.au.

How to apply

To be part of this exciting opportunity, click 'Apply now' and complete the online application process.

Candidates must have the right to work in Australia.

Applications close 5:00 PM 10/04/2026.

Please click here for a Job Description.

Applications close: 28/04/2026 5:00 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.