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Role: Financial Modeller
Location: Melbourne, 2 Lonsdale Street/Morwell, Morwell Gov Hub
Job Type: Full Time / on-going
Base Salary: $93,000 - $107,000
Organisation: SEC

• Become part of the solution to climate change, accelerating Victoria's renewable energy transition.
• Join a 'for purpose' government-owned energy company that empowers its people to make a difference.
• Enjoy competitive pay and flexible work/life balance.

 
Do work that makes a difference 
 
The SEC is building an enterprising and dynamic team to accelerate Victoria's transition to renewables and help achieve Victoria's renewable energy target of 95% by 2035. We are working together for renewable, affordable, reliable energy for all Victorians.   
 
Your role 
As a Financial Modeller, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial models using your deep modelling knowledge for both CAPEX and OPEX and assisting the wider Finance team in analysing and interpreting these models.   
This role can be based in either our Melbourne CBD office or our regional office located in Morwell.
 
What you will do: 
Core accountabilities include: 
Financial Modelling

• Lead the development and maintenance of the company's corporate financial model, ensuring accuracy and relevance in reflecting the financial landscape.
• Build or enhance individual business unit financial models as needed, ensuring compatibility and alignment with the broader corporate financial model.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather essential data inputs and assumptions, fostering collaboration and shared ownership.
• Prepare clear, high-quality financial outputs—including financial statements—for presentation to the Board of Directors, senior management, and external stakeholders.

 
Projection & Reporting

• Provide regular reporting on the company's future projections based on the corporate financial model, offering insights and analysis that support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct variance analysis to measure the accuracy of projections against actual performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stay across industry best practices and emerging trends in financial modelling to keep our approach modern, robust, and effective.
• Assess and report on cash flow, financial risk, and the impact of potential capital investment projects.
• Support projections and analysis of operating costs, income, and expenditure across the organisation.

 
Team Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with team members to ensure financial modelling activities are aligned with wider organisational goals and strategies.
• Contribute to the formulation and continuous improvement of budgetary and accounting policies.
• Share knowledge, provide guidance, and support colleagues—helping build a collaborative and learning-focused team culture.

 
 
High-Profile Projects

• Play an active role in high-profile and sensitive projects by contributing financial modeling expertise to deliver successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring project objectives are achieved on time and to a high standard.

 
Who you are 
Experiences and Skills 
Must Have: 
Your capabilities and areas of expertise that matter most for this role are: 

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. 
• At least 2 years of experience in financial modelling with a focus on CAPEX and OPEX. 
• Experience within the energy sector, preferably renewable energy. 
• Advanced Excel skills, including experience with complex formulas and functions. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Collaborative attitude with a willingness to work closely with cross-functional teams. 

 
Highly Desirable: 

• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of energy industry financial considerations.   

 
Our empowered workforce 
A career with us means you'll be joining a new and vibrant 'for purpose' government-owned renewable energy company that: 
 

• Empowers you to influence how we accelerate Victoria's renewable energy transition and decarbonise our economy. 
• Inspires you through meaningful, challenging work in an environment that encourages leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit. 
• Supports your growth through career advancement and professional development opportunities. 
• Provides hybrid work arrangements, with around 3 days working in Melbourne or Morwell, with flexible work options to meet individual circumstances, providing greater choice and autonomy.

 
About us  
We have an exciting and ambitious road ahead with a focus on: 
 

• Investing in renewable energy and storage projects that accelerate the transition and deliver commercial returns.  
• Supporting households to go all electric to reduce their emissions and energy bills.   
• Building the renewable energy workforce our energy transition requires.   

 
The organisation is partnering with industry to transform the energy sector, opening the state up for further innovation and investments in renewables. This includes an initial $1 billion towards delivering 4.5 gigawatts of power through renewable energy and storage projects - the equivalent replacement capacity of coal-fired power station Loy Yang A, which is set to close in 2035.    
 
The SEC will also play an important role in helping Victorian households to reduce their energy bills and emissions by offering simple and effective solutions to help them switch to electric.   
 
The energy transformation will create thousands of jobs. The SEC will play a role in attracting and training our future renewable energy workforce.
 
 
 
How to Apply
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are also deeply committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and people with disability, people from the LGBTIQ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We strive to create a respectful and collaborative workplace culture that allows all employees to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job, but we recognise that there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. At the SEC we offer more than a job. We provide a platform for growth, encouraging you to bring your whole self to your role. However, you identify and whatever your background, please apply if this is a role that excites you.
For further information and to explore this opportunity further please contact sec.careers@secvictoria.com.au
We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and/ or a cover letter (optional) addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role.
Applications open from B.O.B, Friday 27 Aug 2025 and  close on C.O.B  Friday, 24 September 2025
Other things to know

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit to be eligible to apply.
• To receive this information in an accessible format (such as large print or audio) or if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to careers@secvictoria.com.au
• The SEC affirms that the collection and handling of applications and personal information will be consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014

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