Head of Financial Operations

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.

What we are looking for: 

• CA or CPA qualified finance leader with extensive experience in financial control, accounting operations, statutory reporting, governance, and audit within complex, highly regulated environments.
• Strong technical accounting expertise combined with deep knowledge of financial governance, compliance requirements, risk management frameworks, and control environments.
• Proven track record leading financial operations teams, delivering high-quality financial reporting, improving systems and processes, and enhancing organisational capability.
• Strategic and operational leader who provides sound judgement, practical advice, and clear direction while effectively engaging auditors, regulators, executives, and key stakeholders.
• Collaborative and authentic people leader committed to developing high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement, leading through change, and ensuring strong financial stewardship and public accountability.

For specific responsibilities please review the attached position description. 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

About the BPC 

BPC is Victoria's regulator for building and plumbing.   

It supports the growing Victorian community through the developments of harms-based regulation that is proactive and informed by data and intelligence. The BPC regulates for better consumer outcomes and is committed to safety, compliance and buildings that last.   

The BPC's aim is to improve the experience for consumers in the building system by overseeing all aspects of building quality control - regulation, insurance and dispute resolution. The BPC aspires to be a leading and trusted regulator, emphasising consumer outcomes, clear communication with practitioners, efficient processes, and a commitment to public interest   

The BPC brings key regulatory, dispute resolution, and insurance functions related to the building and plumbing industry together under one roof, streamlining the process for consumers and industry, and enabling the regulator to have oversight of all complaints so they can be handled more effectively and efficiently. 

Commitment to Diversity 

We celebrate the diversity of our workforce.  

The BPC values the benefits all our differences make and takes inclusion seriously. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Women, including into leadership and non-traditional areas; Neurodivergent people, People with Disability; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse/Marginalised people; Sexually and Gender Diverse people and from people at all stages of their careers. In short, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments, please contact us at *******@bpc.vic.gov.au. 

Flexible work arrangements are available we encourage you to discuss any preferences during the recruitment process. 

How to apply

This campaign will be managed by Andrea Odgen at SHK on behalf of BPC

We require you to upload:

• an up-to-date resume.
• Please include a cover letter detailing why you are interested in the opportunity and highlighting the skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of this position and the key selection criteria.
• Any other qualifications or licence if applicable.
• Please apply via Head of Financial Operations    

Important information   

Only electronic applications submitted via careers.vic.gov.au will be accepted.  

Candidates deemed suitable from a selection process may be considered for identical or similar vacancies within 6 months.