Finance Officer

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service

Job Location:

Wellington - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual family and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.

Our main services are in Wellington Dubbo Western Sydney Penrith Nepean and Blue Mountains and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.

Location:- Wellington (NSW)

About the Role:

Reporting to the Team Leader Finance this role is critical in providing both consistent and efficient support within the Finance function across the organisation. T

Key responsibilities but not limited to:

Operation of the accounting package (Xero)
Assisting in the development of project budgets
Assisting in the preparation of accurate and timely reports
Reviewing actual performance against agreed budgets
Assisting in the processing of payroll maintenance of leave accruals and entering of journals
Processing of creditor and debtor invoices and credit card payments
Contributing to the preparation of financial statements

Essential Criteria:

Tertiary qualification in Finance(Degree or Diploma preferred)
Proficiency in Xero accounting software
Strong understanding of AP processes GST treatment and financial controls
Experience with supplier management and invoice reconciliation
High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document management
Previous experience in a not-for-profit organisation preferred
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Good time management and the ability to multi-task
Professional and demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times
Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation
Highly motivated with the ability to use initiative and work unsupervised

Mandatory compliance requirements of the position:

A Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
A Current Working with Children Checks NSW (or willingness to obtain)
Valid Australian Drivers License
COVID-19 Vaccination (including boosters) Certificate

Benefits:

A competitive salary
Generous not-for-profit salary packaging
Becoming an integral part of an enthusiastic and diligent NFP Organisation

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.

For any enquiries please feel free to contact us at

Please be aware that WACHS operates an annual holiday shut down. Applications submitted over this period will be reviewed and suitable candidates contacted upon our return on 5 January 2026.

Required Experience: