Finance Adviser

About the Division:The Regional Operations division leads the coordination of finance, operations and emergency management across the South West Victoria region and plays a key role in championing the department's overarching corporate governance, reporting and continuous improvement framework.Finance Adviser - Ongoing Full timeThe Finance Adviser role supports the regional budget management process, workforce management, undertakes key financial, administrative, compliance and reporting tasks in line with the department's policy. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role will provide high quality services, support regional staff and engage collaboratively with areas and divisions to ensure the integrity and efficiency of financial processes. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Supporting month end, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Utilising available systems to extract, analyse and present data.
• Reviewing expenditure against budgets, liaise with stakeholders in identifying and rectifying any costing anomalies.
• Supporting financial governance processes, including the establishment and de-establishment of schools.
• Supporting workforce management through HR position management, initiating change requests, data analysis and reporting.
• Supporting region wide financial compliance, ensuring available tools and systems meet the needs of stakeholders, adjusting as required.
• Maintaining best practice financial management across all aspects of the business.

About you:This role would suit someone who thrives being involved in a variety of activities, embraces being part of a culture of learning, is proactive and enjoys working in a fast paced and flexible environment. They foster a supportive team environment, shares information and assists with solving challenging situations.Desirable:Experience working in a finance role and/or tertiary qualification in relevant disciplines such as business, finance or similar.Sound working knowledge of ERP systems, MS Office including Intermediate to Advanced Excel.Further Information:This position will be based at one of South West Victoria locations - Keilor, Footscray, Geelong, Ballarat or Warrnambool.Candidates are advised to submit their resume, cover letter and address the key selection criteria. For more details regarding this position, please see attached position description.For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website , and ourApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Applications close 14th May 2024Job detailsJob Reference: VG/DE/SRS/20003397A
Location: Footscray
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Accounting
Classification: VPSG4
Salary Range: $92,332 - $104,762
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 30-Apr-2024
Application Close Date: 14-May-2024
Attachments: (Word, 75KB)
Key Selection CriteriaContact:Robin Lukerobin.luke@education.vic.gov.au