About us The Portable Long Service Authority (the Authority) is a self-funded statutory body that administers the Long Service Benefits Portability Act 2018 and Long Service Benefits Portability Regulations 2020 (the Scheme). We enable workers in community services, contract cleaning and security to accrue long service benefits based on time in the industry, not with one employer. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where people can contribute and be recognised. About the role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you provide decision-ready financial advice to the Executive and Governing Board. You support enterprise stewardship by balancing legislative obligations, investment performance, funding sustainability and risk appetite. The role combines strategic analysis, scenario planning and Board assurance with oversight of general finance operations. Work with stakeholders to oversee investment funds, asset–liability considerations and major finance initiatives. The team is based in Bendigo; regular travel to the Bendigo office is required. Key aspects of the role include: Support Head of Finance to set and embed financial strategy and stewardship frameworks Provide authoritative financial, investment and sustainability advice to Executive and Governing Board Shape financial governance, assurance and risk aligned with legislation and public sector values Oversee investment performance, liquidity and long-term fund viability Translate complex financial and actuarial information into clear insights Lead financial planning, forecasting and performance frameworks aligned to strategy Oversee major initiatives, finance systems and data-enabled change Lead and influence a cohesive, professional finance function that delivers enterprise priorities About you A strategic, trusted and influential finance leader. You operate effectively in complex, regulated, high-integrity environments; work within delegation; and apply sound judgement across financial, legislative and stakeholder priorities. You bring: Senior leadership experience in financial strategy, stewardship and governance in complex organisations. Credibility advising Executives and Boards, including translating complex financial/investment matters into clear insights. Experience in investment oversight, fund sustainability and asset–liability considerations. Strong financial governance, compliance and risk expertise. Change leadership, including systems, data, analytics and capability uplift. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Proven people leadership, building accountability and high performance. Why work at the Authority Join an evolving regulator protecting worker entitlements and ensuring employer compliance. Hybrid environment and work–life balance, including two days working from home per week. Above-award wages and annual salary increases under the VPS Enterprise Agreement. Wellbeing support, including a free, confidential Employee Assistance Program and other initiatives. How to apply Click Apply on this ad. Include resume and cover letter addressing key selection criteria. Attachments can be uploaded as .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf. Preferred candidate to undergo pre-employment checks, may include a national police check and misconduct screening. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ people, and people with disability. Diversity and inclusion drive our success.