Manager, Project Accounting

• Newly created role
• Burwood East location with flexible work arrangements available
• Full-time, ongoing role

Triple Zero Victoria (000VIC) provides the critical link between the Victorian community and the state’s emergency services agencies. It provides Victoria’s 24-hour emergency call-taking and dispatch services for Police, Fire, Ambulance and VICSES.  

This integration of emergency services communications within 000VIC is unique in Australia and rare worldwide. The team at 000VIC is deeply committed to the community it serves and is among the most dedicated and highly skills in its field.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager Project Accounting will play a pivotal role in Triple Zero Victoria's (000VIC) financial management and decision-making processes. You will be responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information relating to strategic organisational projects and initiatives, including high-quality reporting and analysis to both internal and external stakeholders. The primary objective of the role is to support informed and effective strategic and operational decision-making with a public sector focus.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Lead and drive the development, implementation, and enhancement of all 000VIC capital and major project budgeting activities, including the development of relevant frameworks, processes, models and tools to support all stages of the project and capital budgeting lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively to prepare detailed budgets, forecasts and resource plans for all major projects and significant investment initiatives, ensuring that appropriate financial structures and accounts are established to effectively track, monitor and report on progress. 
• Lead the development and preparation of comprehensive financial reporting to a range of audiences including Program and Project Control Boards, Project Sponsors and SROs, Project Managers, 000VIC Executive, and key external stakeholders. 
• Prepare financial and non-financial information to support decision making across all stages of the investment and project lifecycle, applying relevant analytical techniques to aid the assessment of strategic analysis/fit, risk, benefits and expected return on investment.

The preferred candidate will hold a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis. Additionally, you will hold the following skills and attributes:

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial analysis, modelling, and financial reporting with the ability to exemplify financial management best practice.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Post graduate qualifications/Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and/or CPA Australia would be desirable.

You will be supporting a critical service to the Victorian community and will be rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and employee benefits including:

• Employee assistance program for employees and eligible family members
• Discounted health insurance, banking services and gym membership
• ‘Memberlink’ discount card, accepted by 1,000's of retailers and services providers
• Free staff parking at all our sites
• Salary packaging options after an initial service period

Triple Zero Victoria is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our workplace. We encourage and celebrate diversity in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, diasability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for our roles. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the Victorian community in which we live.

Click the ‘Apply’ button which will direct you to the 000VIC Careers Portal. From here you can submit your application, which should include a current resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and linking your experience to the position.

Please note: all applications must be submitted via our 000VIC Careers Portal. We kindly ask that you do not send your application by email as we require you to complete a mandatory application form to accompany your application.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please email *******@triplezero.vic.gov.au.

Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, Sunday 7 July 2024.

Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a Permanent Resident. If you have applied for an ongoing position, you can only be considered for a fixed term period of employment that does not exceed your visa term. Employment will be subject to providing evidence of your Australian working rights.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Medical Declaration, with employment subject to a National Police Check clearance.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Triple Zero Victoria's Talent team via *******@triplezero.vic.gov.au.