Location:

Cremorne, Broadmeadows or Bendigo (Metro/Regional) with frequent travel across all campuses

Role Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $220,000-$240,000 Total Remuneration Package (including 12% super)

About Us At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.

BKI brings together Bendigo TAFE, Kangan Institute, VETASSESS and eWorks, to connect people and industries with the transformative power of education and careers.

We deliver future-ready skills, training, and assessment solutions, as well as lifelong learning opportunities. If you are passionate about joining an agile and forward-thinking organisation that fosters innovation or thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team that puts the customer first, please read on.

About The Role This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to shape the future of finance at Bendigo Kangan Institute. As Head of Finance, you will provide enterprise-wide leadership for the Institute's financial stewardship, performance and transformation agenda, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable while continuing to deliver life-changing education and skills outcomes for our students, industry partners and communities.

Reporting to the Chief Commercial and Financial Officer, you will lead a finance function comprising two direct reports and a broader team of approximately 23 professionals. You will partner closely with the Executive team and senior leaders, translating complex financial information into practical insights that drive informed decision-making, accountability and organisational performance.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on transformation, including modernising financial systems and processes, strengthening business partnering capability and supporting organisational growth across Victoria and emerging international opportunities.

Bendigo Kangan Institute is looking for an accomplished finance leader who enjoys leading through change, developing high-performing teams and influencing outcomes. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an organisation that transforms lives through education while advancing your leadership career.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the Institute's financial management, planning, forecasting, budgeting and resource allocation activities

Provide financial advice and insights to the Executive team and senior stakeholders

Oversee and drive finance transformation initiatives, including systems modernisation, process improvement, automation and enhanced reporting

Strengthen financial governance, controls,



compliance and risk management frameworks

Embed a proactive business partnering model that supports organisational performance and accountability

Build financial and commercial capability across the organisation through coaching, guidance and trusted partnerships

Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a collaborative, customer-focused and continuous improvement culture

Partner with operational leaders to identify opportunities, manage risk and improve financial outcomes

Influence strategic decision-making through commercial analysis, business cases, investment planning and performance insights

Foster strong relationships with government agencies, auditors, regulators and other key external stakeholders

About You You're a commercially astute finance leader who can balance strong governance and compliance with a solutions-focused approach. You thrive in complex environments, demonstrate sound judgment when navigating ambiguity and competing priorities, enjoy building capability in others and are passionate about using financial insights to support organisational success.

Whether you're an experienced Head of Finance or a senior finance leader ready to take the next step into a broader strategic leadership role, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact within one of Victoria's leading TAFEs.

You Will Also Bring

Senior finance leadership experience within a complex, regulated or multi-stakeholder organisation

Demonstrated success leading finance transformation, systems implementation and/or continuous improvement initiatives

Strong financial governance, controls, audit and compliance expertise

Experience partnering with Executive and Board-level stakeholders and influencing decisions

Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills

Proven ability to develop, coach and lead high-performing teams

Strong commercial acumen with experience in business cases, investment planning and performance analysis

A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, with the ability to lead effectively through change and ambiguity

Experience within TAFE, higher education, vocational education, government or public sector environments will be highly regarded

We Can Offer You





A chance to shape the financial future of one of Victoria's largest TAFEs, helping deliver life-changing education and training outcomes for students and communities.

Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options

Free onsite parking across most campuses

Access to the institutes' Electric Vehicle fleet and campus charging stations

Ongoing career development programs

Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide

Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

The opportunity to play a key leadership role in an organisation that is shaping the future of vocational education and training across Australia and through emerging international partnerships.

Things We Will Require From You

Relevant compliance documents include; Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)

A current National Police Check

Certified right to work documentation

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with CPA, CA or equivalent professional accreditation

Ready to Take the Next Step? Join a team that values your expertise and empowers you to make a meaningful impact. Apply today and help shape the financial future of Bendigo Kangan Institute, supporting our continued growth, innovation and student success.

If you have any accessibility requirements to participate in the recruitment process, or are experiencing technical difficulties applying for this job please contact [email protected]

Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ people and people of all ages.

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

Applications close Wednesday 11 November 2026 NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this advertised position at any stage.

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📌 Head of Finance (Bendigo)
🏢 Kangan Institute
📍 Bendigo