• Make a difference to young people by joining a leading and well-recognised national mental health organisation
• Help grow the reach, understanding and impact of vital headspace services for young people
• Full-time permanent position in a hybrid environment based in Melbourne

Who is headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation?

headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Each year, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support online, over the phone, in schools and through our headspace centres in more than 160 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.

Please note: Headspace office is closed between 21 Dec to 5 Jan. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted when the office reopens in the new year.

About the role

The financial accountant is responsible for the day-to-day financial accounting function, record keeping and the completion of month-end financial information.

Reporting to the Financial controller, this position will:

• Lead the month end process
• Manage the preparation and consolidation of month end balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare month end related journals as required
• Assist in preparing Annual Financial Statements
• Prepare the monthly BAS and annual FBT returns
• Manage chart of accounts
• Complete annual WorkCover renewal returns
• Respond to financial inquiries

Who we're looking for

headspace is seeking a proactive, agile and highly motivated individual with:

• Bachelor of Commerce or similar accounting degree
• CA/CPA qualifications, or part qualified and working towards completion
• Proven experience of 3-6 years in similar role
• Strong grasp of financial accounting, accountant standards, and the ability to understand and drill down through relevant financial reports
• Experience with financial management of entity with multiple programs, cost centres and funding sources
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Experience with running reports and enquiries
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

What's on offer

The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of young people across Australia.

• Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) - For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Melbourne CBD office.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A focus on wellbeing and a commitment to diversity.

How to Apply

• Click on 'Apply Now' to view the position description, and to complete your application.
• Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description.

To be eligible for this position you must

• Have the right to live and work in Australia
• Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
• Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

headspace is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, celebrated, and can contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity to enhance the depth of skill and insight within our workforce. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects, and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process. Please advise us should you require assistance.