Your New Role

As the Head of Finance, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial future of Sacred Heart Mission. This is a full-time position where you will have the exciting opportunity to join our team as we embark on Strategy 2030 to grow our services and impact.

Your forward-thinking mindset, financial expertise, and passion for making a difference will be key as you lead the development and implementation of transformative financial strategies.

Your Day-To-Day

Your responsibilities will include leading a small, dedicated finance team in overseeing all financial and management accounting operations. This role encompasses a wide range of financial activities, including managing the budgeting process, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, preparing comprehensive financial reports, and maintaining healthy cash flow. Your leadership will be key to maintaining the financial integrity of the organisation, ensuring that all financial processes are executed accurately and on time.

In addition to these core responsibilities, you will collaborate closely with the Chief Operating Officer, other senior leadership, as well as a wide array of Program Managers, to provide them with detailed financial insights and analysis. Your work will play a crucial role in informing strategic decision-making, allowing the organisation to allocate resources effectively and pursue its mission with confidence.

See Position Description Below for More Details.

Essentials for Success

• A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field along with a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) or similar professional qualification.
• Extensive experience in finance including leadership roles within a finance team.
• Proven track record in strategic financial planning and analysis.
• A strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and best practices in the NFP sector.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to working within a person-centered, strength’s based, and culturally responsive practice framework.

You Can Look Forward To

• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,900 pre-tax.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Joining a dedicated and professional team.
• A supportive work environment: Regular supervision, Psychological First Aid, EAP, regular opportunities for training etc.
• Access to the Victorian Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme.
• Knowing your work contributes to positive outcomes for those experiencing homelessness or social disadvantage.

Come and Work With Us

Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness and disadvantage. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best and whole selves to the work we do each day.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in a fun and friendly organisation with a big heart.

To join our team, simply click 'Apply Now'!

For more information about the role, contact Melinda Rich, Chief Operating Officer at [email protected], using the subject line: Head of Finance enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

A position description is attached.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.  All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening or evidence of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined in the position description.