JOIN A TEAM THAT IS SUPPORTING RESILIENCE IN PACIFIC COMMUNITIES

Live & Learn's network operates in 11 countries in the Pacific and Asia, working passionately towards an equitable and sustainable world. Each Live & Learn office is autonomous, and the network is bound by a commitment to community development activities on food security, nature-based solutions to climate change, and the safeguarding of water resources. Our approach is collaborative, working to support government strategies whilst meeting community needs. We are a localised, collaborative, and courageous organisation working with many stakeholders. We try to balance compliance needs with flexibility for quick, innovative responses.

Find out more about Live & Learn here.

We are currently hiring an experienced payroll and account officer, based in Melbourne, who can help our team in payroll and accounts management.

YOU ARE PERFECT FOR THIS ROLE IF:

• You have tertiary financial qualifications in accounting and finance. A CA or CPA qualification would be an advantage but is not necessary.
• You have at least 4 years of experience working in similar roles, preferably in the not-for-profit environment.
• You have an in-depth knowledge of accounting processes and techniques and have experience working with systems such as MYOB is essential.
• You can work and adapt in a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication skills.
• Your attention to detail is sharp and you have a good understanding of financial reconciliation.
• You have an Australian citizenship or permanent residence status.

WHAT THIS OPPORTUNITY WOULD MEAN TO YOU:

• You will be working with an enthusiastic team, supporting the organisation’s management and project teams in delivering positive change to partner communities.
• You will contribute to the localisation of development in the Asia and Pacific region by strengthening the accounting procedures of our local teams, so that they can manage their own finances.
• You will work with our Asia-Pacific office staff to build harmonious financial relationships.
• You will have the chance to enhance accounting processes and procedures in an NGO setting and will work with various team to meet Live & Learn Vision and Mission.

WHAT A DAY WORKING WITH US MIGHT INVOLVE:

• Processing monthly payroll of the Live & Learn staff (Australia) and answering all payroll related queries.
• Reconciling quarterly BAS and Superannuation filing to ATO Ensuring that all withholding deductions are remitted to the correct office.
• Daily entering and matching payments from the bank feed, collecting relevant documents to attached to voucher and ensuring that all information is kept on the system and ready for audit.
• General Bookkeeping including monthly reconciliation of the bank and other important accounts.
• Support live & learns annual and internal audit by producing relevant documents and actively participating in audit discussions.
• Any other relevant task that can assign from time to time.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Live & Learn Environmental Education enjoys flexible work hours and supports home-based working, based on capacity. We do travel often to provide support to projects and Asia-Pacific offices where we work. We have an attractive remuneration package including a salary packaging scheme. Team members receive a rewarding career in the international development sector, working with experienced colleagues across the industry, and in a positive working environment. Live & Learn also supports staff personal development.

SELECTION PROCESS:

We will collect and review applications during the application period, and the panel will shortlist applicants for interview.

The position is full-time, with flexible work practice available, on a 2-year contract, with the potential of further work after end of contract on other projects as funding allows.

The role requires a police check and a COVID-19 vaccination. Willingness to travel periodically to the Asia and Pacific offices is also necessary.