• Permanent full time position. Other arrangements can be negotiated potentially
• Based in Coburg Victoria, Hybrid work arrangements available
• Generous Salary Packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Access to our Employee assistance program and employee benefits
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Extended Families Australia has been supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families since 1978. We believe that having joy in your life and being a part of your community is important for everyone. Our aim is to facilitate positive connections between children and young people with disabilities, their families and the community and break down barriers by changing social attitudes and creating opportunities.

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee the financial sustainability of our organisation. You will lead a small finance and payroll team while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strong financial performance. In this role, you will be responsible for financial reporting to multiple stakeholders, including the CEO, Treasurer, Committee members, funding bodies, and regulatory authorities.

WHO

About you:

• Strategic and detail-oriented: Able to see the big picture while managing day-to-day details
• Financially savvy: Proven expertise in financial management operational efficiency; proficient in managing budgets, cash flow, and operational resources
• Collaborative and empathetic: Ready to lead and inspire a team while nurturing a positive culture
• A tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field and a professional accounting qualification (CPA or CA)
• Experience with CRM, preferably Salesforce
• Previous experience in a similar role in the Disability or Community Services sector is essential
• A sound understanding of the NDIS
• Possess a working knowledge of SCHADS Award and the NES Employment Standards

• Highly computer literate and technically competent in Microsoft Office Suite and financial management software such as MYOB
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to main confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Be able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• A quick learner with high attention to detail
• A strong team player with a great work ethic, high energy and passion
• Understanding and support of the organisation’s values

The successful applicant will be required to have a current satisfactory (or willing to undergo) Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Proof of Identity Check and International Police Check (if required).

WHAT

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring the financial sustainability of the organisation through the strategic financial management of the organisation’s operational and long-term development plans. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership on financial activities and overseeing financial operations, including cash flow management, budgeting, and reporting. Track and meet financial KPIs. Ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.
• Overseeing payroll processing
• The preparation of regular reports for the CEO, Treasurer, Committee members, funding bodies, and regulatory authorities, including revenue, expenses and performance metrics.
• Keeping abreast with industry regulations and ensure compliance with NDIS financial requirements, government funding guidelines, and relevant legislation. Identify and mitigate potential financial and operational risks.
• Liaising with external auditors, financial institutions, and key stakeholders to ensure transparency and financial integrity
• Ensuring timely invoicing, and reconciliation of accounts.
• Contributing to strategic planning, decision on growth initiatives and future ventures.
• Work in partnership with program managers and the executive teams to align operational priorities with business objectives.
• Be part of the quality improvement team to review relevant business process to increase efficiency and quality

WHERE

The primary office location will be at 95 Bell Street, Coburg and occasional travel to our Box Hill office at 27 Bank Street, Box Hill is required. Work from home arrangement is available by negotiation.

Applicants are encouraged to get in touch with CEO Mr Graeme West via mobile at 0425706170 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Finance Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs for a confidential discussion before submitting their job application.

A position description is attached.