About the role

After outsourcing the finance function for the past four years, the role of Finance Manager is now being brought inhouse. This represents an exceptional and exciting opportunity for an individual to come in, take ownership and be a part of something special. This organisation has a bold path ahead of them and you will be a central part of this vision. In this role you will have the privilege of being a part of a Leadership team who are renowned for exceptional leadership and passion, who are visionaries and who set ambitious goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with the organisation's mission and long-term goals
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision making
• Lead the annual budgeting process and liaising with other department heads
• Prepare accurate financial forecasts to guide resource allocation and planning
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports for the Board and executive team
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and support audit processes
• Monitor and manage cash flow
• Oversee grant funding processes, including application support, tracking and reporting
• Over payroll and accounts processing

Skills and Experience Required

• Ideally you will come from a previous not-for-profit organisation or from a non-state school environment. However, if you don't have industry experience you will need to demonstrate a strong desire to move into the NFP sector
• Formal qualifications (accounting or a related field) including CPA qualified
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment
• A commitment to integrity and ethical leadership, ensuring transparency, trust and accountability in all actions
• A passion and drive to contribute to growth, bringing energy and enthusiasm to the team
• You have an exceptional ability to connect and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and with the community

Benefits and Culture

Powered by a diverse team of experienced and talent people who are united in their mission to support their community. This is an organisation that acknowledges, rewards and celebrates each individual's personal and professional growth. Be a part of a team who actively promote sustainable work-life balance practices, offers extensive professional development opportunities, generous salary packaging arrangements and a safe, accessible and inclusive workplace.

About the Company

We are delighted and privileged to be working in partnership with Younity Community Services, a not-for-profit organisation that supports community services, education, health and employment. They are a truly unique and diverse organisation who each year support over 2500 children, young people, families and individuals through their community services programs, their special assistance school The Younity School, and various new impact ventures. They firmly believe in the effectiveness of strengths-based community development, integrating practical, ground level services, essential resources and comprehensive support with community connection and collaboration.

Click on the "Apply Now" button, or contact Tracey Montgomery on 07 3846 7730 or 0421 114 233. A covering letter detailing your motivation for applying will be appreciated.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application by email or phone.