Senior Accountant
Shepparton - Australia
Job Summary
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
At ConnectGV we support people with disability to live the life they choose and value.
For over 70 years we have been supporting people across the Goulburn Valley to dream big embrace life and pursue what matters most to them.
We are a values-driven not-for-profit organisation committed to human rights inclusion choice and independence.
We are committed to creating welcoming respectful and inclusive workplaces where people feel valued supported and empowered to make a difference.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance and Corporate Services team. This role will suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys variety and takes pride in accurate reporting and compliance.
Reporting to the Financial Controller and Manager of Corporate Services the Senior Accountant will provide high-quality support across finance payroll and reporting functions.
You will play a key role in ensuring financial processes are accurate timely and compliant while supporting internal teams external stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role you will:
- Prepare journals reconciliations financial reports and month-end processes
- Oversee accounts payable accounts receivable bank reconciliation debtor management and credit card functions
- Oversee and support end-to-end payroll process
- Prepare statutory returns including BAS FBT Portable Long Service leave submissions and grants acquittals
- Ensure compliance with payroll taxation superannuation and relevant legislations
- Maintain fixed asset register
- Actively participate in annual budgeting and management reporting
- Support cash flow investments and petty cash and banking
- Support NDIS funding processing reconciliation and reporting
- Liaise with internal and external auditors
ABOUT YOU
Essential
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting Finance or a related discipline.
- CA or CPA qualified or working towards completion.
- Minimum two years experience in a finance operations or senior accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards taxation requirements and payroll legislation.
- Experience in preparing financial reports reconciliations budgets and forecasts.
- Demonstrated experience across month-end processes accounts payable accounts receivable and debtor management.
- High level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems.
- Excellent analytical organisational and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to team culture.
- Commitment to person-centred practice human rights and safeguarding.
Highly Desirable
- Experience working within the not-for-profit disability aged care or community services sector.
- Experience with finance and payroll systems such as Reckon QuickBooks Lumary Attache.
- Experience supporting audits funding acquittals procurement supplier management and corporate compliance.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve financial queries efficiently.
WHY YOULL SUCCEED
Youll thrive in this role if you:
- Build positive relationships with colleagues suppliers and stakeholders.
- Deliver accurate high-quality finance and corporate administration.
- Work collaboratively to support organisational objectives.
- Embrace continuous improvement and identify opportunities to enhance processes.
- Demonstrate ConnectGVs values in everyday practice.
WHY JOIN CONNECTGV
When you join ConnectGV youll become part of an organisation that genuinely changes lives every day.
We offer:
- Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in peoples lives.
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
- Employee wellbeing initiatives.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Career development opportunities across a diverse range of services.
- The opportunity to work for a respected local organisation with over 70 years of community impact.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
The successful applicant will be required to:
- Hold or obtain a current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Hold or obtain a current Working with Children Check.
- Hold or obtain a current National Criminal History Check (Police Check).
- Complete all mandatory training requirements.
- Successfully complete pre-employment screening checks.
- Meet any role-specific licensing qualification registration or vaccination requirements.
OUR VALUES
Respect Inclusion Collaboration Integrity Excellence
SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT
ConnectGV has a zero-tolerance approach to violence abuse neglect exploitation discrimination and harm. All employees share responsibility for safeguarding vulnerable people and children and promoting their wellbeing.
INCLUSION AT CONNECTGV
ConnectGV values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disability people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people of all ages genders identities and experiences.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle.
HOW TO APPLY
If youre looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference in peoples lives wed love to hear from you.
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Click Apply Now and submit your application through the ConnectGV Recruitment Portal.
Applications will be assessed as they are received and the position may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
For further information regarding the position please contact Human Resources on 0 or by email at . Please note that applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Apply Now through the ConnectGV Recruitment Portal and become part of a team committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people with disability.
Required Experience:
Senior IC