Finance Officer x 2

About the role:

Business Services Division provides management and coordination of business, human resource and administrative policy, practices and procedures that support our investigation services to achieve their operational and strategic objectives.  The Business Services Division contributes to building capacity and capability by providing the following services:

• budget and financial reporting;
• business management advice and support;
• governance reporting to inform decision making;
• ​​​​​​​training and initiatives that support the development of our workforce;
• human resource, general administrative, and support functions;
• administration support to operational work units;
• monitoring and managing risks; and
• managing property and exhibits for the Spencer Street Property Centre

We are seeking motivated applicants who enjoy a dynamic working environment to be part of the Budget & Finance Team.Although this position is located within our finance team, VPS2 positions within our division are skilled across finance, administration, exhibit management processes, human resources and data analytics to ensure staff can perform multiple functions within the VPS2 capability profile. 

The role will support daily finance processes, management of budget and financial reporting and gives applicants an opportunity to learn an array of skills within business services that support our frontline investigation services on a daily basis. 

The role reports directly to the Finance Supervisor (Team Leader).

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include:

• Undertaking accounts payable and receivable transactions such as creating purchase orders, invoice processing, requisitions, invoice requests, cash floats and banking.
• Booking travel and accommodation.
• Preparing journals and cost reallocations.
• Preparing and auditing Memorandum of Understandings for the management of assignments.
• Assisting with administration functions.
• Undertaking audit and analysis of financial transactions.
• Learning administration and exhibit management processes to assist with functions as service delivery demands require.

About You:

The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience: 

• Well-developed communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong customer service skills
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team.
• High attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to delivering high quality services.

Further Information:

• Two (2) x full-time, ongoing positions available.
• This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
• 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, Sunday 30 August 2026.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

For further information, please contact: Maria Morena on ************@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 **************@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6***.

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.