Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer Contribute to strategy, governance and performance of the largest out of home care and family welfare deliverer of services in Victoria Provide executive leadership across Finance, Property & Fleet and Information Technology Contribute to improving the outcomes for children, young people and families within our community Shape the financial and corporate platform of a prominent social service provider, driving performance, innovation and long‑term organisational sustainability The organisation Anglicare Victoria is one of Victoria’s most impactful community service organisations, proudly the largest out of home care and family welfare deliverer of services in Victoria, supporting tens of thousands of children, young people, individuals and families annually. With more than 2,000 employees and volunteers working across over 90 sites, Anglicare Victoria delivers a wide spectrum of programs, including Out of Home Care, Family Services and early‑intervention supports designed to create safer, more resilient communities. Anglicare Victoria operates within a large, diverse and highly regulated environment, requiring strong corporate functions that enable effective service delivery, sound decision‑making and long‑term organisational sustainability. Recognised nationally for innovation and excellence in working with vulnerable children, young people and families, Anglicare Victoria is financially strong, mission‑led, and committed to continued growth journey. The opportunity Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer holds a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for financial stewardship, performance, and sustainability across a diverse, state‑wide service portfolio. With a current operating budget of ~$300m, this role is central to maintaining Anglicare Victoria’s financial resilience and competitive positioning. The CFO leads a broad portfolio overseeing strategic and operational functions across budgeting and forecasting, financial performance reporting, investment governance, statutory compliance, risk management, external audit coordination, and financial systems. You will also lead the management of Anglicare Victoria’s statewide property and fleet portfolio and Information Technology to guide the organisation’s technology roadmap and digital environment. Your leadership will directly influence Anglicare Victoria’s ability to operate effectively, adapt to changing environments and plan with confidence, while partnering effectively with the organisation to improve financial literacy and performance. As a key member of the Executive Team, you will contribute to whole‑of‑business decisions and provide authoritative advice to the CEO, Executive and Board, contributing to key organisational priorities and long‑term strategic decision‑making. With a substantial owned and leased property portfolio and significant technology uplift underway, this role will assist in driving digital capability and asset optimisation for Anglicare Victoria. This role is central to ensuring Anglicare Victoria remains future‑focused, mission‑aligned, and financially strong as it embarks on a new strategic plan whilst continuing its growth trajectory. This is a unique opportunity to shape the corporate platform of one of Victoria’s most significant community service providers committed to improving lives across the state. About you You are an accomplished senior finance executive with the experience and confidence to lead a broad corporate services portfolio, bringing strong commercial governance capability, sound judgement and the ability to advise and influence at Executive and Board levels. You excel at leading multidisciplinary teams and creating environments where systems, processes and people can operate optimally. You understand how to align corporate functions with organisational strategy and build the capability required to support high‑quality service delivery. You will bring a collaborative leadership approach that is resilient and future‑focused with an empowering nature. You value innovation, continuous improvement and accountability, and you foster cultures where people feel supported and equipped to perform at a high standard. You will be motivated by the mission and purpose of Anglicare Victoria, being comfortable operating in complex environments and energised by the opportunity to contribute to an organisation making a tangible difference to Victorian communities. To be successful you will require: CPA qualification and tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded) Demonstrated experience in financial management, planning, reporting and statutory compliance Proven capability in governance, risk management and evidence‑based decision support at scale Leadership experience spanning finance, property, technology or comparable corporate portfolios with a style that values collaboration, transparency, capability uplift and continuous improvement Strong capacity to build business partnering relationships across diverse operational teams Ability to engage constructively and collaboratively with government stakeholders Understanding or familiarity of government and their contracting and pricing approaches How to apply For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Jessica Gough or Simon Wybenga of The Orchard Talent Group at To apply, please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your motivation and the skills you would bring to Anglicare Victoria via email. Please note applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Applications close 11 January 2026 The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. #J-18808-Ljbffr