• Would you like to help create new futures for young people? 
• Permanent part-time position with excellent salary packaging benefits
• 3 days per week w/ flexible work arrangements available
• Supportive organisation with a focus on wellbeing, learning and diversity

Join Brisbane Youth Service today to make a difference in the lives of Brisbane’s vulnerable young people and their families.

Brisbane Youth Service is a medium-sized incorporated association providing holistic responses to vulnerable young people (aged 12 – 25 years) and young families who are experiencing homelessness or are at-risk of becoming homeless.

We know diversity makes a positive difference, and we encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds with relevant experience to apply. BYS promotes work-life balance and provides a supportive team environment and additional benefits such as salary packaging arrangements and a generous five weeks annual leave per year.

Are you a hard-working finance professional with excellent attention to detail and a drive to contribute to an organisation supporting young people and their families?

about the role

The Finance Officer is responsible for undertaking a range of financial tasks to support the Finance Manager and Corporate Services Director in the financial management of the organisation.

Selection Criteria

To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:

1. Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objectives and practice framework.
2. Sound knowledge of Australian and International Accounting Standards and Auditing Standards, tax & company legislations.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and experience in financial administration including payroll, accounts receivable and payable, petty cash, etc.
4. Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and produce and analyse financial data and provide reports to management.
5. Demonstrated experience in using accounting software and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
6. Strong communication skills in written and verbal and the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including non-financial managers.
7. Sound organisational skills including practical examples that you used, with the ability to plan, prioritise, problem solve and meet deadlines.

A position description is attached.

Applicants must use the BYS Employment package that can be viewed and downloaded from our website by clicking here.

To undertake this role, you will require a tertiary qualification in Accountancy, Financial Management or have relevant qualification within Financial Services field, have a current Queensland driver’s license and have a current Queensland driver’s license and you must hold a current Working with Children Positive Notice (blue card). For more information on applying for a blue card, click here.