- Shape the finance function of Victoria's newly established building and plumbing regulator
- Lead financial operations, governance and audit in a complex regulatory environment
- Drive systems, process and control uplift through a period of significant reform
About the organisation
The Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) is Victoria's regulator for the building and plumbing industries. The Commission brings together the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV), and the Domestic Building Insurance (DBI) function of the Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA).
For the first time, regulation, dispute resolution, and domestic building insurance are handled by one agency. This will deliver a clearer view of the entire building process, in order to protect consumers, support industry, and make the system easier to navigate. The merger presents a unique opportunity to make a fundamental difference in the streamlining of functions and the maturing of its operating model, alongside modernisation of systems, data, and technology that support its regulatory responsibilities. As the BPC continues to establish itself as a trusted regulator, Corporate Services plays a critical role in delivering the governance, financial stewardship and operational excellence that enable its success.
About the role
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO) and forming part of a newly established finance leadership team, the Head of Financial Operations is a rare opportunity to join Victoria's Building and Plumbing regulator at a formative stage and contribute to the continued integration and maturity of a significant public sector organisation created through the merger of multiple entities and functions. As the BPC continues to establish itself and deliver on a broader reform agenda, the role will play a critical part in building a contemporary, scalable and high-performing finance function capable of supporting the organisation's future needs.
As one of three senior finance leaders reporting to the Deputy CFO, the Head of Financial Operations partners closely with the Head of Financial Planning & Performance and the Head of Actuarial Services to lead a team of approximately 10 finance professionals through four direct reports. The role is accountable for the delivery of financial and statutory accounting, accounts payable and receivable, debt recovery, treasury operations, financial reporting, finance systems and financial controls.
As a key member of the Corporate Services leadership group, the role provides leadership and authoritative advice on technical accounting, financial governance, compliance and risk management. The role will lead engagement with internal and external audit, manage the organisation's relationship with the Victorian Auditor-General's Office (VAGO), oversees annual financial statement audits and drives the continuous uplift of financial controls, governance frameworks and organisational financial maturity.
The role is also responsible for ensuring the accurate accounting and reporting of the domestic building insurance portfolio, including claims liabilities, insurance contract provisions and compliance with relevant accounting standards, including AASB 1023, AASB 17 and other applicable Australian Accounting Standards.
The Head of Financial Operations will be instrumental in delivering the next phase of the organisation’s finance transformation, including finance system enhancements, process integration, automation initiatives, payment gateway improvements and continuous improvement programs. With significant opportunity to streamline processes, strengthen controls and embed best-practice finance operations, this role offers the chance to make a lasting contribution to the success of one of Victoria's most important regulatory reforms.
About you
CA or CPA qualified, you are an accomplished finance leader with significant experience across financial control, accounting operations, statutory reporting, governance and audit within a complex public sector, insurance, financial services or highly regulated environment.
You bring strong technical accounting capability together with a deep understanding of financial governance, compliance obligations and risk management frameworks. You have successfully led financial operations teams, strengthened control environments, delivered high-quality financial reporting and driven improvements to financial systems, processes and organisational capability.
You are recognised for your ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution. Comfortable working across both detail and big-picture issues, you provide sound judgement, practical advice and clear direction in complex and evolving environments. Experience working with auditors, regulators and executive stakeholders will be highly regarded, as will exposure to insurance accounting, actuarial environments or large-scale public sector reporting frameworks.
An authentic and collaborative leader, you are committed to developing high-performing teams, fostering accountability and building strong stakeholder relationships. You bring a continuous improvement mindset, strong communication skills and the resilience to lead through organisational transformation and change.
Most importantly, you are energised by the opportunity to help shape a newly formed organisation and finance function, bringing the leadership, technical expertise and adaptability required to support ongoing reform while ensuring the highest standards of financial stewardship and public accountability.
This is an STS 7 level role.
How to apply
Please review the Position Description then click 'apply’ above to submit your CV/resume and a concise cover letter. Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK. For more information prior to application, please contact
Andrea Ogden at SHK via email on
[email protected], quoting reference
#3627268.
Applications close Friday 11 September.
