Make a difference in your local community and the natural environment.

The Denmark Environment Centre Inc (DEC) is looking for a Finance & Administration Manager to join our team.

About Us

The Denmark Environment Centre is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting conservation in southwest Western Australia. Since 1987, we've been at the forefront of environmental advocacy, education, and community engagement. Our operational structure includes several committees - comprised of scientists, professionals and not-for-profit experts, a small office team of 3, and an amazing volunteer team.

Why Join Us?

• We are a passionate team committed to collaboration and having impact
• Flexible, part-time hours in a values-driven reputable organisation

About the Role

As the Finance & Administration Manager, you’ll ensure DEC’s finances are well-managed and compliant. Using Xero, Stripe, and Square (or similar systems), you’ll oversee grant allocations, project forecasts & budgets, expenses, and revenue streams (shop sales, memberships, and regular giving).

Supported by DEC’s Committee, Leadership Team, an external bookkeeper (BAS, Monthly Reporting, Super Reconciliation), and an auditor, you’ll coordinate across stakeholders to ensure financial accountability. The role also administers insurances, NFP reporting, IT systems, leasing, assets etc.

You’ll work alongside an Administration Coordinator (DEC Shop/Resource Centre, comms, membership, volunteers) and a Project Manager (fundraising, projects, education and engagement). Depending on your skills and interests, the role can be tailored to leverage your strengths and interests.

About You

We welcome diverse experience and backgrounds. You don’t need to tick every box listed - if you bring relevant skills, life experience, and a passion for environmental conservation and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance & Compliance: Administers financial processes, including budgeting, payroll, accounting (Xero), insurance and regulatory compliance.
• Governance & Policy: Contributes to developing and advising on policies to support decision making and compliance.
• HR & WH&S: Supports the Committee in HR functions, including WH&S, organisational development, and fostering a collaborative team culture.
• IT & Systems: Administer IT infrastructure, software subscriptions, and data management to ensure smooth operations.
• Stakeholder & Volunteer Support: Work closely with the Committee, staff, and volunteers to strengthen engagement and collaborative team working.
• Community & Fundraising: Supports wider team efforts relating to fundraising, membership programs, and public outreach to grow DEC’s presence and impact.
• Innovation & Growth: Applies creativity to enhance DEC’s operational effectiveness and its impact within the community.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Experience in: financial management and accounting; and at least one other area, payroll, financial analysis, financial reporting, ideally in Xero (or similar)
• Administration skills and experience in at least one or more areas e.g. office, retail, customer/professional services, NGO/NFP’s etc.
• Problem-solving ability and solutions focus
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, emotional/social intelligence and related communication skills

Desirable

• A knowledge of HR and WH&S and/or ability to source relevant information and solutions.
• IT systems administration experience (ideally MS Windows) and/or relevant vendor management experience.
• An understanding of DEC’s vision, values and culture or willingness to learn.

Job Details

• Location:Denmark, WA (hybrid WFH optional)
• Hours:Up to 12 hpw (permanent part-time, flexible)
• Salary:Aligned with WA award rates
• Eligibility:Must have full working rights in Australia

Start Date: Ideally as soon as possible allowing time for a handover.

A position description is attached.