Senior Manager, Payments & Financial Operations

Department of Justice; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice in Victoria is seeking a senior manager of financial operations to lead a team that manages cash, invoices and money owed to the department. You will guide changes to payment systems and help staff build their skills.

You will oversee complex projects, provide clear budgets and financial risk advice, ensure monthly reports are accurate, and foster strong cross‑team relationships to ensure compliance with financial duties.

Qualifications

• Experience leading finance teams that deliver reliable services.
• Project management skills to deliver complex work with cross‑team collaboration.
• People management experience to develop staff and guide change.
• Problem-solving and digital skills to improve financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a skilled team and help staff adapt to changes in systems and processes.
• Manage complex projects to improve cash management and payment systems.
• Provide clear budgets and financial risk guidance.
• Oversee accurate monthly reports and ensure compliance with standards.
• Build strong working relationships across the department.

Skills

Experience leading finance teams

Project management

People management

Problem solving

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Department of Justice in Victoria is seeking a senior manager of financial operations to lead a team that manages cash, invoices and money owed to the department. You will guide changes to payment systems and help staff build their skills.

You will oversee complex projects, provide clear budgets and financial risk advice, ensure monthly reports are accurate, and foster strong cross‑team relationships to ensure compliance with financial duties.