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The Accountant is responsible for delivering high-quality financial management, reporting, and analysis to support informed decision-making across the organisation.

The role oversees core financial accounting functions, maintains asset and contract registers in line with governance requirements, and partners with managers and the Executive to support budgeting, planning, and performance monitoring.

The position works collaboratively across departments and provides professional and operational support to the Manager of Corporate Services in achieving organisational objectives.

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, reporting, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and business partnering within a complex or multi-site environment.
• Proficiency with financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel).
• Demonstrated experience in managing financial accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and present financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability in all aspects of financial management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams.
• Sound understanding of governance, compliance, and audit processes relevant to the health or public sector environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional ethics, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Current Police Check.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in public health and/or residential aged care would be an advantage.
• CPA or CA qualification (or working towards certification)
• Familiarity with public sector financial frameworks, including the Asset Management Accountability Framework (AMAF), is desirable.
• Previous experience with Oracle and Magiq would be an advantage.

Financial Accounting

• Oversee daily financial operations, including data processing, journal entries, and creditors management.
• Maintain the general ledger through to trial balance and ensure timely reconciliation of all asset and liability accounts.
• Supervise and review the creditors payment run and debtor adjustments.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for management, the Board, and statutory bodies.
• Support internal and external audits through accurate documentation and compliance with accounting standards.

Asset and Contract Management

• Maintain the organisation's asset register in accordance with legislative requirements and the Asset Management Accountability Framework (AMAF).
• Support capital planning, replacement forecasting, and asset performance reporting.
• Maintain the contracts register, ensuring all contractual arrangements are accurately recorded, current, and compliant with governance frameworks.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with the Executive and departmental managers in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance, identify variances, and provide financial insights to support decision-making.
• Contribute to business planning, financial modelling, and evaluation of strategic and operational projects.
• Provide assistance to the Manager of Corporate Services in delivering operational, strategic, and governance initiatives.
• Participate in financial governance, risk management, and continuous improvement activities.
• Build effective working relationships to promote financial accountability and awareness across departments.

Interpersonal and Professional Skills

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and professionalism.
• Work collaboratively to identify and resolve issues.
• Perform other duties as directed, consistent with the role.