Executive General Manager Finance and Governance & Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

• Full time, 3 year executive contract
• Geelong office location, with flexible hybrid working
• Attractive executive remuneration package
• Lead the TAC’s Finance & Governance function
  

Care in Action

With a career at the TAC, you’ll be helping us look out for the lives of everyone who travels on Victoria’s roads. That’s care in action.

Find out more about our shared purpose, and what drives every one of us.

Right now, we’re seeking an Executive General Manager who will play their part in this shared purpose, while also supporting the progress of clients and colleagues so they can achieve great things. That’s truly rewarding work that will help us continue to deliver life-critical services where it matters. 

About the role

The Executive General Manager Finance and Governance is part of the Executive Leadership team and plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of the TAC. The TAC aims to manage revenue efficiently to achieve the best possible road safety and client recovery outcomes.  The role is pivotal to leading the TAC’s high performance especially through strategic management of the significant budget and investment portfolio, procurement and in leading a program of continuous governance improvement to position the TAC at the forefront of integrity, efficiency, compliance and sustainability.

About the Team

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will lead the Finance and Governance division, which includes Governance and Integrity, Finance and Procurement, and Corporate Legal. This role will provide strategic leadership to foster a high performing culture and be a trusted advisor to the Executive Team, Chief Executive Officer and the Board.

What we’re looking for

Strategic executive experience

A strategic thinker with extensive expertise in finance, procurement and governance with the ability to analyse, interpret and apply significant judgement to complex information, manage issues and identify and implement improvement solutions, while proactively anticipating risks and opportunities.

Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills  

Proven capability in building and managing strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrates skill in leading and developing multi-functional teams, cultivating a high performing culture and financial environment.

Operate with integrity, professionalism and confidence

Demonstrates high level of discretion, trust and pragmatism, ensuring the TAC’s interests are safeguarded whilst being exposed to highly sensitive and confidential matters.

Why you’ll love it here

There’s more to work than a competitive salary and amazing employee benefits. As our newest Executive General Manager, you’ll also: 

Make a positive difference

Every day the work you do at the TAC contributes to something bigger. As part of an inclusive, supportive team you’ll find real purpose in achieving goals, together.

Be rewarded for great work

We value our people, offering great employee benefits including salary packaging and a reward and recognition program.

Grow and go places

We’re invested in your progress. When you work for one of Victoria’s largest and leading workplaces, you’ll receive extensive internal opportunities for development and access to the LinkedIn Learning Digital Hub.

Ready to put care in action? We’d like to hear from you.

Click apply to submit your Cover Letter and Resume. If successful, you’ll progress to an interview at the TAC Melbourne Office. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application.

For more information, read the attached Position Description or contact Jessie Howlett (Manager, Shared Services) on 0479 175 425 for a confidential discussion. Applications for this role will be accepted up until 7pm on Wednesday 14 May 2025

If we can do anything to help make applying for this role easier, please let our People, Culture & Engagement Team know at People_Culture_Engagement@tac.vic.gov.au. If over the phone is better for you, our number is 5225 7500.

A safe place to work

We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, men, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse, and LGBTIQA+ people to apply for roles. 

Child Safety

At the TAC we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit our website. 

This role will require you to have a valid Working with Children Check.