Finance Officer - (17-1178)

• →Process day-to-day financial transactions including accounts payable and accounts receivable
• →Prepare, issue, and manage customer invoices, ensuring timely and accurate billing and collections.
• →Perform regular bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
• →Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• →Assist with monthly management reports, financial reporting, and budget tracking
• →Support payroll processing and maintain payroll-related records
• →Assist with month-end and year-end financial close activities
• →Prepare journals, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
• →Support external accountants and auditors by preparing financial information and documentation
• →Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure financial records remain audit-ready
• →Monitor cash flow and highlight discrepancies or unusual transactions
• →Assist with financial analysis and reporting for leadership as required
• →Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and Australian accounting practices
• →Provide finance and administrative support across various operational departments when required
• →Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiency

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Finance Officer, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, or similar finance role
• Strong bookkeeping and accounting knowledge
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, or similar
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
• Experience preparing financial reports and supporting month-end processes
• High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential financial information with integrity
• Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems independently

• Experience using expense management platforms such as Weel or similar tools.
• Previous experience working within a church, faith-based organisation, ministry, or similar not-for-profit environment, with an understanding of church operations, governance, and community engagement
• Experience working collaboratively within a team environment, with a proactive and supportive approach to achieving shared goals.
• Experience supporting Australian businesses or not-for-profit organisations
• Knowledge of Australian accounting standards and GST requirements
• Payroll processing experience
• Experience working with budgeting and cash flow forecasting
• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI, or financial reporting tools
• Accounting qualification or ongoing accounting studies
• Experience improving finance processes or implementing new systems

This is a remote role that will be set up via an Employer of Record (EOR) service.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile