At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead audits and risk assessments for kindergarten programs, ensuring compliance and financial viability.
- Company: Join a dynamic team within the Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to shape a new team culture.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on early childhood education by enhancing governance and risk management.
- Qualifications: Experience in auditing, strong analytical skills, and leadership capabilities required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Audit leader to join the newly established Kindergarten Audit, Assurance and Risk (KAAR) team within the Sector Monitoring sub-branch.
About us
The Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division leads core funding, operational policy, data collection and reporting, contract management policy and financial monitoring functions for funded Three- and Four-Year-Old kindergarten programs in Victoria. This includes a number of sector supports and programs to help ensure viable, well managed services that are accessible to all children. The Sector Monitoring sub-branch leads financial assessment and central monitoring of funded kindergarten providers as well as the newly established Kindergarten Audit and Assurance Program.
About the opportunity
You will play a pivotal role in:
- Overseeing the external audit program, including contributing to audit improvement strategies and consequences
- Leading and facilitating complex financial viability assessments of funded kindergarten providers
- Responding to emerging risks with facilitated research and analysis to support key decision-makers
- Identifying process improvements related to effective risk mitigation and compliance in the areas overseen by KAAR
- Building a new team and creating a culture that enables team members to perform at their best
- Preparing key executive communication materials such as visualisations, PowerPoints, dashboards and written reports
- Supporting internal training with financial and risk expertise
About you
- Demonstrated experience analysing and interpreting audited financial statements with footnotes through statutory and/or forensic audits
- Proven ability to apply independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills in different contexts and to identify trends, patterns, risks and opportunities
- Demonstrated leadership skills and self-awareness
- Effective written and verbal communication skills that is clear to non-financial stakeholders and concisely conveys complex issues and recommended actions
- Ability to work collaboratively with differing viewpoints and stakeholder needs
- Comfortable working in a complex, sensitive and fast-paced environment
Mandatory requirements
- Accreditation with CA/CPA/CFA/FRM or equivalent, or working towards accreditation
- Relevant experience performing statutory audits and/or forensic audits
Applications close 11:59pm on 09 November 2026.
Manager – Kindergarten Audit, Assurance and Risk in Melbourne employer: Victorian Government
The Victorian Government offers a supportive and inclusive work environment for Integration Aides and Literacy Intervention staff in the Melbourne Northern Suburbs, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to meaningful educational outcomes. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the department fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to make a difference in students' lives. Additionally, the ongoing nature of this role provides stability and the opportunity to develop essential skills in a dynamic educational setting.
