Senior Finance Officer

Job Summary

Join our team in the position of Senior Finance Officer. Generous NFP salary sacrifice arrangements available.

About the Role

The Senior Finance Officer works in collaboration with the CEO to manage the day-to-day financial operations of the Murchison Regional Aboriginal Corporation (MRAC). This permanent role plays a key part in accurate and transparent financial dealings, ensures established processes and delegations are maintained and actions payroll and accounts payable in a timely manner. The role also plays a critical part in audit trails and regulatory compliance.

About Us

MRAC is a culturally sensitive organisation who owns and manages over 120 properties in the Midwest Gascoyne area. MRAC focuses on providing stable housing and support to maintain a home, so that the family can positively participate in education, training, employment and the community. We use rental income to improve properties, buy new homes and secure the Corporation's financial position and future.

About You

To thrive in this role, you’ll exhibit the ability to work independently, have a Diploma in Accounting or Cert IV in Financial Services or the equivalent work experience (5+ years) in managing financial systems.

With strong knowledge of all related legislative requirements, you will pride yourself on accuracy, spotting errors and resolving them swiftly. You handle pressure well and are able to prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines. 

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Receive and process creditors invoices, ensuring MYOB is updated and approval processes are in line with MRAC Delegations.

• Process payroll and maintain accurate up-to-date financial records, ensure all actions taken are in accordance with policies, procedures, guidelines and relevant legislation. 

• Execute end-of-month processing, including journal entries, accruals and prepayments.

• Respond effectively and efficiently to any matters which may impact MRAC meeting its contractual compliance obligations and report matters to the CEO in a timely manner.

• Prepare current and forecasted financial information for the CEO, verifying that financial processes are sound, compliance requirements are met and non-conformances are raised.

• In conjunction with the CEO, undertake all financial audit preparations and dealing with the Corporation’s nominated Auditor, providing feedback on these functions to the CEO and Finance Committee.  

• Review, analyse and enact updates to Financial and compliance related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines and facilitate changes to processes and procedures to ensure adherence with updated requirements.

• Identify opportunities and work with the team to improve systems and procedures relevant to the position to ensure better practice standards are achieved.

Skills & Experience

Essential 

• Relevant qualification (Diploma in Accounting or Cert IV in Financial Services) and/or substantial 

 work experience (5+ years) in managing Financial systems. 

• Sound knowledge of accounting practices.

• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems (e.g. MYOB) and the ability to accurately interpret and process data. 

• Analytical Ability: Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented mindset. 

• Working rights in Australia as an Australia/New Zealand citizen or holding a relevant visa.

• Hold, or be eligible to complete, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

• A clear bankruptcy search 

Desirable

• Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector is advantageous.

• Possession of a WA Driver’s License.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter through SEEK, outlining your suitability based on the tasks & responsibilities of this role. 

For enquiries email office@mrac.net.au

MRAC reserves the right to close this vacancy if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Previous applicants need not apply.