Finance Officer
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Job Summary
- Permanent Full-time position with a flexible hybrid working arrangement
- Contribute to a small evolving team driving continuous system improvements
- Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all
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
The Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting the organisations financial operations by managing the daytoday processing and maintenance activities across Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and bank reconciliations.
Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Accounts Payable: processing supplier invoices creating supplier accounts responding to supplier queries and reconciling supplier accounts.
- Accounts Receivable: creating debtor invoices maintaining the invoice register and tracking and recording debtor payments.
- Bank reconciliations: completing monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts and processing related journals such as fees transfers and refunds.
- Assisting the Financial Accountant with the preparation of general ledger journals and monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Working with team members on system improvements and upgrades as required.
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:
- Diploma of Accounting or Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping.
- 35 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft programs (including intermediate Excel) and familiarity with finance systems such as SUN Financials (Cloud) and expense management tools like ExpenseMe ProMaster.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and numerical abilities.
- Well-developed time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently.
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 25 March 2026 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 people team at . Otherwise please submit your cover letter and CV through the relevant links.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodation 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Fiscal Management
- Accounting Software
- Financial Services
- Financial Concepts
- Financial Report Writing
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
