Financial Accountant - 12mth contract

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

Based at Macquarie Park, short walk from Metro Station + WFH options
7 additional days off per year + NFP Salary Packaging
Join a collaborative and high performing Finance Team
12mth Full Time Contract - Start ASAP!
Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! Celebrating 30 years in care in 2024, is a significant milestone, and reaching 5000+ employees is a testament to Catholic Healthcare’s impact within the Aged Care sector. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.
Due to a large enterprise wide ERP project, we have an opportunity for a highly experienced and driven Financial Accountant to support our BAU. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Accountant with a genuine curiosity to understand data and the ability to translate results and present them to non-financial stakeholders. Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, you will be part of a busy and high performing team of Financial Accountants who maintain and oversee the financial records, transactions and taxation compliance of the organisation, and ensure accurate, timely and well-presented financial reporting is produced in a fast-paced environment.
Your proactive approach, exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills together with your high attention to detail and ability to work independently, will support your success.

Within this role you’ll be responsible for:
Performing month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
Managing general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions
Monitoring and reviewing financial data, identifying/resolving any discrepancies
Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting principles (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements
Preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Identify and /or participate in initiatives to improve and streamline finance processes
The ideal applicant will have high attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to meet and adhere to strict deadlines. Additionally, to be successful in this role you’ll have;
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Commerce (or equivalent)
CPA / CA / CIMA Qualified or in the process of completing - preferred
Experience with Microsoft AX - preferred
2+ years demonstrated experience in financial accounting, corporate finance, or similar
Technically strong accounting principles knowledge, financial regulations, and reporting standards
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience in Aged Care/Healthcare/NDIS – Preferred
Willingness to obtain a Police Check
What we can offer you
Not-for-profit tax benefits - pay less tax
Fitness Passport - discounted gym benefits
Paid Parental leave
Paid Family leave, additional days off each year
Long Service leave after 5 years
A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive impact in a rewarding organisation like ours, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply online now!

Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, ****** orientation, ethnicity or disability.

Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we’re looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we’ll be in touch.