Health Service Financial Performance Leader in Melbourne

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 Manager, Health Service Financial Performance leads a team of Business Partners who manage direct relationships with CFOs and finance departments across Victoria's 76 public health services. The team monitors each service's financial performance, oversees budgeting and forecasting, and reviews Statements of Priorities and financial recovery plans. It provides advice to the Department executive, the Secretary and the Department of Treasury and Finance.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

• An experienced manager who is passionate about improving Victoria's health system to deliver the best possible outcomes for people.
• A finance subject matter expert with a high level of commercial acumen who has experience in leading a high performing team.
• Able to lead, sustain and influence key relationships internally and externally.
• Recognised for your expertise in understanding complex environments and for your deep understanding of the Victorian health system.

Qualification(s):

• A Bachelor Degree or higher in Accounting / Commerce.
• Membership of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia or equivalent overseas body.

Specialist Expertise:

• A deep understanding of both the health sector and state government processes and policies, including cabinet processes.
• Exceptional advisory, negotiation, communication and relationship building skills, with demonstrated capacity to work effectively within a politically sensitive context.

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.
• 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. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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