Are you driven by the power of data to inform decision-making and deliver meaningful outcomes? Audit Tasmania is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Reporting & Insights Analyst to play a critical role in enhancing the impact of financial and performance audits, Auditor-General reports and internal performance management.

This position offers more than technical responsibility, it presents a unique opportunity to influence how government performance is interpreted and communicated to Parliament and the Tasmanian community. Working at the intersection of data analytics, strategic insight and public accountability, you will contribute to building a more transparent, capable and outcomes-focused public sector.

As part of a collaborative and values-driven team, you will be supported in your professional growth and encouraged to contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. If you are a data storyteller with a strategic mindset and a strong commitment to public service, we welcome your application.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. 

Key Duties

In the context of assigned work (which would generally be of a higher risk and less complex or of a moderate risk nature):

1. Design and deliver reporting and insights solutions using tools such as Power BI and related technologies to support internal analysis, external reporting, and organisational performance.
2. Partner with audit teams by advising on effective approaches to structuring and presenting financial and performance data, enhancing audit findings, judgements, and communication, and contributing to efficiency improvements in the audit process.
3. Partner with and guide the leadership team to implement reporting approaches that ensure information is accurate, accessible, and aligned with contemporary public sector standards.
4. Partner with corporate services to integrate and consolidate organisational reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, usability, and driving efficiency improvements.
5. Provide advice, training, and feedback to auditors and staff on interpreting data, using reporting tools effectively, drawing insights, and presenting information in ways that support audit quality and organisational performance.
6. Develop and maintain robust data models, dashboards, and reports that deliver meaningful insights within agreed timeframes and budgets.
7. Analyse complex datasets and communicate insights clearly to diverse audiences to inform decision-making and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
8. Build and facilitate networks with reporting and BI professionals across audit jurisdictions and government agencies to share knowledge and contemporary practices.
9. Mentor staff and lead initiatives to strengthen organisational reporting and insights capability, including building dashboard literacy, embedding best practice approaches, and driving efficiency improvements.
10. The occupant of this position can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators that are developed and agreed to for each role in the Office and documented in annual Performance Plans.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
3. Identification check.

Desirable Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in business, finance, statistics, data analytics, computer science or another relevant discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in business intelligence, reporting, or related roles.
• Expert-level skills in Power BI, with the ability to conceptualise, design and deliver impactful reports and dashboards.
• Strong capability in complementary reporting and analysis systems.
• Experience uplifting reporting and analytical capability across teams and organisations.
• Current driver’s licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties (357550) Reporting and Insights Analyst.docx

 Statement of Duties (357550) Reporting and Insights Analyst.pdf

 Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.DOCX

 Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.pdf

 Information for Applicants (Audit).docx

 Information for Applicants (Audit).pdf

How to apply

1. Review the Statement of Duties.
2. Click the "Apply now" button.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties (please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria).
5. Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via TAO.Recruitment@audit.tas.gov.au. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

For more information, please contact: 

Janelle Tamlyn
Director Corporate Services and Governance
Email: Janelle.Tamlyn@audit.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6173 0900