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Job Description
- Full-time position with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Sydney or Melbourne location.
- Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all.
Join a purpose-driven team supporting impactful programs through insightful reporting budgeting and financial business partnering.
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 like-minded 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 gender-neutral parental leave.
- Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered.
What does the role involve
Reporting to the Finance Manager this is an exciting opportunity to support agency-wide budgeting reporting and financial literacy efforts in a purpose-driven organisation.
Youll play a pivotal role in helping teams across the organisation understand and manage their finances. From creating insightful dashboards and supporting grant acquittals to leading financial training and ensuring donor compliance youll be both a strategic partner and a hands-on technical expert.
Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Work as a
valued member of the Corporate Services team contributing to month end tasks and priorities
- Deliver timely accurate and insightful monthly management reports including variance and trend analysis.
- Act as a trusted finance business partner across the organisation improving financial literacy and budget accountability.
- Support funding acquittals external audits and donor reporting requirements including those tied to stakeholder partnerships.
- Contribute to budgeting forecasting system improvements and implementation of finance policies and procedures.
This role can be based in Sydney or Melbourne 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:
- A qualified accountant (Bachelors in Accounting or Finance; CPA/CA preferred) with 35 years experience in management accounting ideally in the not-for-profit or international development sectors
(but we are open to other sectors).
- A confident business partner with strong communication and interpersonal skills able to engage stakeholders across cultures and build financial capability across the organisation.
- Technically proficient with financial systems ERP platforms and Excel; experience with compliance reporting budgeting forecasting and donor/funding body requirements (e.g. DFAT ANCP ACFID).
- A collaborative team player with a can do attitude who is patient flexible and passionate about supporting and developing non-finance staff.
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 06August 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 safeguardingCaritas 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
