Finance Officer: Governance & Volunteer Support

State of Victoria; Melton; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Purpose

Work-Life Balance

Flexibility

Discounts

Wellbeing Programs

Member Assistance Program

Job summary

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) in Victoria seeks a finance-focused professional to support volunteers and strengthen financial governance across the organisation. You will mentor volunteers on financial management and ensure compliance with CFA policies and statutory requirements.

Based in District 14 Melton, or District 7 Geelong North, or District 2 Bendigo, the role involves reviewing brigade activities, conducting assurance checks, and reporting findings to improve financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with volunteers and stakeholders.
• Experience presenting financial data clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Ability to work to tight timelines and briefs.
• Understanding of internal assurance programs and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial guidance and mentoring to CFA volunteers.
• Strengthen financial governance and compliance across CFA.
• Conduct assurance checks and report findings to stakeholders.
• Assist CFA in meeting reporting obligations and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Tools

Xero

SAP

Excel

Job description

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) in Victoria seeks a finance-focused professional to support volunteers and strengthen financial governance across the organisation. You will mentor volunteers on financial management and ensure compliance with CFA policies and statutory requirements.

Based in District 14 Melton, or District 7 Geelong North, or District 2 Bendigo, the role involves reviewing brigade activities, conducting assurance checks, and reporting findings to improve financial stewardship.