At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in commercial analysis and financial management for school cleaning services.
- Company: Department of Education, committed to supporting young people and modern learning environments.
- Benefits: Hybrid work options, professional development, and a diverse, inclusive workplace.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to influence statewide service delivery.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on education by improving cleaning services across Victoria's schools.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance or business, strong analytical skills, and leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
The Senior Commercial Analyst and Metro School Cleaning Support Officer is a leadership role within the School Cleaning Unit. The role leads a team responsible for commercial analysis, financial management and customer service, providing strategic advice that supports service delivery to hundreds of metropolitan government schools. This is an ongoing position, classified as VPS 5.2.
This is an opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team while influencing the commercial and operational performance of a major statewide service. You will work closely with senior leaders, drive continuous improvement and help shape the future delivery of school cleaning services across Victoria.
About the Role
- Lead commercial and financial analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities and business improvements.
- Develop financial models, forecasts, reports and business cases to support strategic decision-making.
- Manage financial processes including purchase orders, invoices, accruals and budget monitoring.
- Lead and develop a customer service team supporting metropolitan government schools.
- Build strong relationships and collaborate with staff in the School Cleaning Unit and the broader Department of Education.
- Prepare high-quality ministerial briefs, reports, correspondence and executive advice.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve operational performance, financial governance and customer service outcomes.
- Coach, mentor and develop staff while fostering a collaborative, accountable and high-performing team culture.
- Support the four managers of the School Cleaning Unit with operational priorities and other duties as required.
Essential qualifications, experience and capabilities:
- Qualification or demonstrable experience in a relevant field such as Accounting, Commerce, Finance, Economics or Business.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational information.
- Experience preparing financial reports, business cases, forecasts and performance analysis.
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams.
- Ability to think strategically in a range of areas and the ability to make evidence-based decisions.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, in particular in Excel.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering excellent customer service.
Hybrid working arrangements are available, but regular attendance at the central office is required. This position may require participation in evening and/or weekend work, including some travel. During any emergency situation, you may be required to work outside typical working hours.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
Senior Commercial Analyst and Metro School Cleaning Support Officer 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.
