Finance Manager
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Job Description
- Lead dynamic highimpact financial operations that drive success.
- Fulltime position with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all.
Join a purposedriven notforprofit as our Finance Manager and play a key role in overseeing daytoday financial operations.
About Caritas Australia
We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods clean water sanitation and education.
Why work for Caritas Australia
You will join a team of likeminded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team you will also benefit from:
- Advance your career within the International Aid & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunities
- Hybrid working arrangements to support your work/life balance
- Generous leave benefits including wellbeing birthday and 14 weeks of genderneutral parental leave
- NotforProfit salary packaging offered
What does the role involve
Reporting to the Corporate Services Director you will lead the daytoday financial operations of Caritas Australia ensuring accurate and timely processing reporting and compliance. Youll manage a small team contribute to financial strategy and play an active role in a period of transformation and process improvement across the organisation.
Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Oversee monthend and yearend close payroll and financial reportingensuring accuracy compliance and timely insights for stakeholders.
- Support budgeting cash flow forecasting and investment management providing strategic financial guidance to leaders.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial systems internal controls compliance and audit readinesscontributing to longterm sustainability and transformation.
- Overseeing contracted payment processes and ensuring proper checks and balances are in place.
This role is based in our Mascot office and will work a hybrid model including two days in the office per week.
Who are we looking for
The successful candidate will have a deep commitment to Caritas Australias mission to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all as well as a dedication to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching that guide our global efforts. They will have a mix of the following qualifications skills and experience:
- CPA/CA qualified with a degree in accounting or finance and 7 years of financial experience including 3 years in a managerial role.
- Proven ability to manage month end develop budgets forecasts and financial reports with strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards and statutory compliance.
- Demonstrated expertise in leading and managing transformation and change initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to nonfinance staff and a strong collaborative team player mentality.
How to apply
We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences and we believe in potential. If youre passionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contribution wed love to hear from you!
Applications will be accepted until 12 June 2025 but we encourage you to apply early as we will be assessing candidates as they come in and may close the ad earlier if necessary.
For any further questions or enquiries please contact the recruitment team at . Otherwise please submit you cover letter and CV through the relevant links.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us.
Our commitment to safeguarding
Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks Working with Children Checks Reference Checks) abide by our safeguarding policies and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.
Our commitment to diversity Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race sex gender age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples members of minority groups and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Our commitment to safety and wellbeing Depending on your role Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
