About the Department The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society. About the Group Schools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets. Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs. About the Role The primary responsibility of this role is to develop, manage and monitor the region's budget and to provide advice and support to the Regional Executive Team, senior and other staff, as well as schools where appropriate, in meeting the department's financial commitments and objectives. The role is supported by a Finance Officer. The Regional Finance Manager collaborates with the 3 other Regional Finance Managers, SRS Performance Division staff and Financial Services Divison to maintain statewide consistency for finance and budgeting. Attributes The successful applicant will have: * Demonstrated experience using finance software * Data literacy * Adapts systems and processes in response to changing priorities and new ideas * Stakeholder management * People management Qualifications and Experience * Essential: A relevant tertiary qualification in a finance related field * Essential: Eligible for membership as a Certified Practising Acccountant or Chartered Accountant How to Apply Interested applicants should provide their CV and cover letter addressing the key selection and details of two referees. Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. 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. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Caryn Pearson, Senior Manager via email caryn.pearson@education.vic.gov.au. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g. large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close Wednesday 4th February 2026.