Dambimangari are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and manage the internal financial operations of the Corporation.

• Competitive salary ($110,000 - $130,000) with salary sacrificing up to $15,899 per annum.

• Unique and exciting opportunity to work within a growing Aboriginal Corporation.

• 5-weeks annual leave with office closure over the Christmas period.

About the Role:

The Finance Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing and managing the accounting and finance operations of Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation (DAC). Reporting to the Corporate Services Manager, the Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring the Corporation's financial health and stability through financial planning, financial reporting, effective budgeting and compliance. The Finance Manager will ensure the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of financial data, support Corporation objectives, and provide financial guidance through the Corporate Services Manager and CEO to the Dambimangari Board.

The Finance Manager will partake in daily financial processing, including accounts payable and receivable, as well as ad-hoc members services and Corporation payments. The Finance Manager will manage the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial records, ensuring all records are reconciled and reviewed with absolute accuracy. The role will also prepare end of month profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash-flow reports, and provide monthly balance sheet reconciliations and transaction analyses. 

About Us:

We are the Traditional Owners of the land and waters along the north-west Kimberley coastline, extending from just north of the Robinson River to the Prince Regent River. It has been our home for many thousands of years. We carry the cultural responsibilities of our ancestors to look after Country. Our Country is of great conservation significance, home to many threatened and endemic species, mighty rivers, coral reefs, powerful whirlpools, rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and more than 700 islands.

Dambeemangaddee are part of the Wandjina Woongudd community. We all share a unique body of beliefs and cultural practices going back to Lalai, the Dreaming when the creator beings Wandjina and Woongudd helped shape the land, sea, heaven, and all living things in our Country. They set out how we must look after culture, plants, animals, people, and country to keep them healthy. We maintain strong connections to our land through our Law, Culture, songs and stories. We visit our Country when we can and have set up homeland communities on our remote coastline. We want to return to Country, live on our homelands, regain control, and teach future generations.

About the Corporation: 

Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation (DAC) provides a unique opportunity to work closely with Aboriginal people in one of the most remote, spectacular regions of the Kimberley. DAC is a small Aboriginal Corporation dedicated to the benefit of our members, Dambimangari Traditional Owners. DAC is the governing body for all Dambimangari business on behalf of our members, and in line with traditional Law and Culture. We employ more than 30 staff, the vast majority of whom are Traditional Owners. The Corporation’s key functions include:

• Managing Native Title including engaging with mining, tourism and other access and development proposals
• Members’ Services like health and education
• Land and sea management (Indigenous Protected Area, Ranger Program & Jointly Managed Marine Park including fire, ferals, weeds and marine patrols)
• Cultural heritage management
• Economic development
• Visitor Management
• Cultural programs
• Remote infrastructure
• Corporate Services including finance, administration & payroll

What We Are Looking For:

You will be an experienced Finance Manager with strong financial management competency and problem-solving skills. Ideally, you will have a background as an Accountant (CPA; CA) and you will be confident to take responsibility of the Accounting & Finance function at the Corporation. You will be comfortable working in a cross-cultural setting, and you will be keen to further develop your knowledge of Indigenous culture and excited to live in and explore the remote Kimberley region.

Duties will include:

• Provide advice on financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting through the Corporate Services Manager and CEO to the Dambimangari Board.
• Lead the budget planning process and preparing the annual budget in consultation with the Corporate Services Manager and CEO for approval by the Board.
• Provide support on financial estimates and reports for new projects or for new funding applications.
• Ensure that processes and methods are in place to assist staff to develop and implement budgets in accordance with work plans.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to the CEO and Board.
• Daily financial processing and data entry (MYOB) including accounts payable and receivable, as well as ad-hoc Members Services and corporation payments.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial records, ensuring all records are reconciled and reviewed regularly and systematically.
• Prepare the month end profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reports, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Accurate processing of banking transactions and credit card transactions through the business’ online banking interface.
• Develop, implement and maintain financial reporting procedures manual.
• Ensure all internal and external reporting, tax and compliance milestones are met.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Qualification in Bookkeeping (essential).
2. Registered BAS Agent (essential).
3. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (desirable)
4. Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) (desirable).
5. Minimum 5 years of experience in a finance management or accounting role (essential).
6. Experience working with or within Aboriginal communities, preferably in a remote context (desirable).
7. Knowledge of financial principles and managing financial management frameworks, programs, and systems.
8. Knowledge of financial management issues and challenges and the ability to manage change processes.
9. Practical application of financial management in an Aboriginal Corporation or Not-for-Profit environment (desirable).
10. Proficiency in financial software and systems such as Xero, MYOB, SAP, etc.
11. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
12. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
13. Appreciation, sensitivity understanding and some knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander history, traditions, protocols and culture.
14. Current C-Class Driver’s License.
15. Possession of or ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and valid Working with Children’s Check.

Further Information: 

For more information about the role please email Ryan via [email protected] using the subject line: Finance Manager - Derby enquiry via EthicalJobs or call (08) 9383 3293 for a confidential discussion.

Shortlisting will commence immediately as applications are received.

Role is based in Derby WA 6728, relocation support provided to the successful candidate.

Full Australian Working Rights are a requirement of this role.