Overview

Work type: Ongoing - Full Time

Salary: $204,749 - $248,629

Grade: STS7

Occupation: Finance

Location: CBD

Reference: 1166

Join Victoria’s independent environmental regulator
Lead the strategic and operational finance team for EPA
A purpose-driven, value’s-based organisation

The Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) is Victoria’s independent environmental regulator. EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effects of pollution and waste on Victorians and their environment, collaborating with the community, governments, and industry to achieve its objectives. Over the past five years, EPA has undergone significant transformation with the Environment Protection Act 2017 coming into effect on July 1, 2021. As the needs of Victorians evolve, EPA adapts and responds to various factors, embracing new ways of working and celebrating diversity of people and lifestyles. The organisation offers a range of practical support options for both work and personal life, fostering an inclusive culture where employees can make a meaningful impact on protecting Victoria's environment and public health.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at EPA, reporting to the Director of Business Strategy and Operations, is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s financial management, planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance. This senior leadership role ensures adherence to legislative requirements and provides strategic financial advice to the Senior Executive Committee, CEO, and Governing Board. The CFO leads financial accounting and business partnering services, implements strategies to support EPA’s financial sustainability, and drives financial and operational improvements. The role requires a financial expert with strong technical skills, a strategic outlook, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive senior-level experience in financial management and accounting within a public sector organisation. A tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field, along with CPA or CA accreditation, is essential, as well as a thorough understanding of public sector legislative requirements and accounting standards. The candidate should demonstrate a proven track record in leading financial strategy, governance, and risk management, overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to senior executives and/or boards, and in coaching and developing high-performing teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial transformation and contribute to shaping EPA’s future, with a flexible work environment and professional development opportunities in a purpose-driven, values-based organisation.

To view the Success Profile for this opportunity, please click here: Success Profile.

This vacancy is being solely managed by Davidson. To apply for this role, please visit Davidson and Click APPLY. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Natasha Diamond on 0412 822 348 or Kate Rowe on 0412 254 802.

Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.

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Applications close on Sunday 13 th April at 11.55pm.

Applications close Sunday 13 April 2025 at 11.59PM

Posted 28 March 2025

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