Senior Financial Officer, Portfolio Reporting and Systems

Job Description

Senior Financial Officer, Portfolio Reporting and Systems Job posted: 24/01/2025 Job type: Ongoing - full time or part time Organisation: Department of Health Occupation: Accounting Reference: VG/FS/00721662 Closes: 10/02/2025 Classification: VPSG5 Salary Range: $109,730 - $132,764 The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life. About the role: The Senior Financial Officer works within a team that provides complex service agreement advice, funding allocation, analysis, and reporting services to support a broad client group across departments. The successful candidate will have experience in finance systems, the ability to lead, problem solve and work collaboratively in a team environment. How you'll make a difference: Coordinating funding variations across Central office programs for DH (Department of Health) and DFFH (Department of Families, Fairness and Housing) with advice and key updates provided to divisional stakeholders. Manage the process of entering new funding/commitments into SAMS2 (Service Agreement Management System) for Central Office programs for both Department of Health and Department of Families Fairness and Housing. Participation at SAMS2 Core user group, Service Agreement Management Working Group meetings and ensuring the EOFY (End of Financial Year) rollover process and indexation is managed within the agreed timelines. Lead Monthly reports with comprehensive data analysis and various reports required by stakeholders. Provide technical financial advice to key stakeholders on an ad hoc basis. Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate: Appropriate tertiary qualifications in relevant areas such as Accounting, Finance, or similar related disciplines. Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, Australian Society of Certified Practising Accountants or equivalent professional accounting body is desirable. Experience in public sector funding applications would be highly regarded. What we offer: The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world. A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector. A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements. How to apply: Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. Daffodil Pope | To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Health job application system. #J-18808-Ljbffr