About the role: Victoria Police's Financial Services Department is seeking to recruit a suitably experienced Senior Shared Services Manager to lead and manage the Shared Services team. Reporting to the Executive Director (Chief Finance Officer), the Senior Shared Services Manager will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality, timely, and compliant financial and administrative services—including Bill to Cash, Purchasing Support, Accounts Payable, and Treasury functions—to internal stakeholders.We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with extensive experience in managing large-scale shared services or finance environments. This is an integral role supporting day-to-day operations and strategic financial reforms. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements. Your duties will include: * Lead and manage the Shared Services team to ensure effective, high-quality, and timely delivery of financial and administrative services, including Bill to Cash, Purchasing Support, Accounts Payable, and Treasury functions. * Translate organisational strategy into meaningful plans and objectives for the branch, clearly defining expectations and monitoring performance. * Oversee the provision of compliant financial services, proactively identifying and managing emerging issues and risks for stakeholders. * Collaborate with internal clients to support frontline service delivery, provide authoritative advice, and drive continuous improvement in processes. * Ensure Victoria Police operate in accordance with the Financial Management Act 1994 and related government standards. * Act as a key contact for the Department of Treasury and Finance, Department of Justice and Community Safety, and the Victorian Auditor General's Office, focusing on customer service. * Lead and contribute to strategic financial operations, including the development of business plans and service delivery options to support financial reforms. * Oversee the preparation of technical reports and high-level briefs to support accounting, financial, and administrative obligations, informing decision-making processes. About You: The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience: * Demonstrated experience in leading and managing teams within a large-scale shared services or finance environment. * Significant expertise in delivering quality business outcomes aligned with the strategic direction of the organisation. * Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to critically analyse trends, issues, and risks. * Comprehensive knowledge of governance and administrative arrangements associated with government processes. * Extensive experience with financial systems and shared services practices, including process improvement and change management. * Ability to formulate and communicate policy options and recommendations, and problem solve to support service delivery. * Proven ability to monitor client and stakeholder satisfaction and constructively manage stakeholder issues to ensure positive outcomes. * A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to organisational values and codes of conduct. Further Information: * One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available. * This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands. * Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa * The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. * We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police. Your application must include: * Resume * Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. Applications close midnight, Monday 16 March 2026. Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through the following platform: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email. For further information, please contact: Sam Goldenberg (03) 8335 7095 or SAM.GOLDENBERG@police.vic.gov.au We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004. About Us: We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004. About Us: Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate. In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation. We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.” If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you. Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps