Position details

As the Senior Accountant and Business Partner, you will support the Senior Manager, Finance and Business Services, and the Chief Financial Officer in delivering high-quality, timely financial services to the commission within a small, collaborative team.

You will lead the administration and strategic development of the Magiq, Cloud budgeting and performance reporting system, ensuring optimal use of system capabilities and managing ongoing enhancements. You will also manage user access to both Magiq and FinCloud systems and oversee related audits to ensure compliance and security.

In addition to technical responsibilities, you will be a strategic finance business partner to assigned divisions. This includes fostering productive relationships across the organisation and delivering financial advice, analysis, and reporting to enable sound decision-making and robust budget management.

This role is ideal for a motivated, solutions-focused individual who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

About us

The Essential Services Commission is Victoria's independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission's functions include:

• making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).
• undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.
• administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.

Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You'll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. 

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting their skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.

Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in our recruitment process, please contact people.culture@esc.vic.gov.au. We look forward to receiving your application.

Other relevant information

Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, and a statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations.

Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. 

Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday 14th July 2025.