Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
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Full-Time | Ongoing contract of employment.
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PW8 $109,077 - $118,821 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
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Chadstone Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.
The Corporate Accounting team within the OCFO is responsible for management accounting functions across the Institute, including annual budgeting, program profile planning, course fee setting and financial sustainability strategy. The team provides critical financial advice and reporting to senior leaders, the Board and external stakeholders, ensuring strong financial governance and long-term sustainability.
Reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager, the Senior Management Accountant plays a pivotal role in shaping Holmesglen’s financial direction. You will lead complex budgeting, forecasting and modelling processes, oversee critical revenue streams, and provide high-quality financial insight to support strategic decision-making at all levels of the organisation.
Operating as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will work closely with Executive stakeholders, contributing to key initiatives, enhancing financial capability across the business, and ensuring strong financial governance and performance.
This role sits at the centre of the Institute’s financial operations and is suited to an experienced professional who thrives in large, complex and dynamic environments.
As a Senior Management Accountant, you will:
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Lead end-to-end budgeting, forecasting and long-range financial planning, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
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Develop and maintain complex financial models to support scenario planning, decision-making and business initiatives.
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Own and manage government and student revenue functions, including funding models, State contracts, Fee Help and fee-setting processes.
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Prepare and present high-quality financial reports, analysis and insights to Executive leadership, the Board and Audit Committee.
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Provide strategic financial advice on new initiatives, tenders, investments and organisational priorities.
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Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, processes and reporting frameworks, including business intelligence capability.
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Analyse financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to enhance organisational outcomes.
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Partner with stakeholders across the Institute to build financial understanding and support informed decision-making.
To be successful, you’ll have:
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Degree and relevant postgraduate qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related and a CPA or CA qualification (or equivalency).
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Demonstrated experience in management accounting within large, complex organisations (e.g. public sector, education, health or similarly structured environments).
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Proven capability leading complex budgeting and forecasting processes at scale, with full ownership and accountability.
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Advanced financial modelling and analytical expertise, including highly developed Excel capability.
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Experience working with enterprise financial systems (e.g. TechnologyOne or similar) and business intelligence/reporting tools.
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Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
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Experience engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders, with the confidence to provide advice and challenge where required.
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Proactive, outcome-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
WWCC and Police Check:
Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Victorian ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ian Galbraith (Corporate Accounting Manager) at [email protected]
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Tuesday 9 June 2026.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.
