WHO WE ARE 

We are a startup not-for-profit with charitable status and deductible-gift-recipient (DGR) endorsement, established on a national basis to help close the gap in support for victims of domestic violence across Australia. 

We exist to serve all victims of family and domestic violence throughout Australia.

We operate on an ongoing basis to: 

• Provide 24/7 support and advocacy services, and support programmes, to victims of family and domestic violence;
• Provide transport services to and from medical and other community services where necessary and practicable, to enable victims of family and domestic violence to access healthcare and additional community assistance; 
• Establish and operates community centres to provide programmes regarding family and domestic violence that aim to educate and improve public awareness;
• Establish and operating virtual programmes regarding family and domestic violence that aim to educate and improve public awareness.

OUR VISION, MISSION AND VALUES

Vision: Stop family and domestic violence in Australia.

Mission: We defend the rights of people in Australia. We provide 24/7 support to, and advocate for, victims of family and domestic violence, and educate others to respect people’s fundamental rights.

Values: Respect, empathy, accountability.

BASIS OF POSITION

Initially, this role will be a voluntary position. The basis of the role will be reassessed once we receive adequate funding.  

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of the day-to-day financial operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
• Oversee key finance functions, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, fixed asset management, and compliance with statutory obligations such as FBT, BAS, and superannuation
• Preparation and management of the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including statutory reporting, cashflow forecasting, and reconciliations to provide reliable financial insights
• Oversee financial controls, maintaining consistent systems, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
• Ensure compliance with not-for-profit financial guidelines and regulatory requirements 
• Drive cost optimisation and enhance financial systems, identifying opportunities for operational efficiency across the organisation
• Setting and managing high standards of ethical behaviour and decision making
• Foster a high-performing finance team through coaching and development, ensuring the team’s readiness for current and future roles.
• Control and management the bank reconciliation process 
• Preparation and posting of the month-end related journals as required directed 
• Assisting in the preparation of timely and accurate month-end reconciliations
• Act as the primary source of technical accounting guidance and lead external audit processes
• Produce periodic reports of asset registers which may be included within the monthly reporting
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership team, delivering financial analyses, reports, and forecasts to support informed decision-making
• Provide financial and analytical support to the Finance Manager, Business Manager and CEO
• Support the Finance Manager and executives with projects and tasks when required
• Assistance with board processes including meetings, documentation and records
• Expertise and responsibility for corporate governance requirements including advising the Board of regulatory changes and responsibility for statutory obligations
• Management of the Board’s information systems
• Work with the Chair on induction of Directors
• Leadership guidance, technical support and advice to the Board

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Management of the organisation’s finances, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment
• Act as the Public Officer between the Company and the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and to take responsibility for the Company’s obligations under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936
• Ensuring tax obligations are met
• Deliver clear financial analysis, meaningful reporting, and thoughtful advice to help shape growth and performance

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, commerce or related field
• CPA or CA certification required
• Extensive experience in finance management, ideally within the not-for-profit sectors
• Strong understanding of financial control, compliance, and risk management practices
• Advanced ability to present financial information clearly and guide cross-functional teams.
• Proven experience of 5 years or more in an Accounting or finance operations role
• Sound skills in Excel and a strong exposure to commercial financial systems
• Experience across a range of accounting systems is highly regarded
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure
• Experience in supporting IT systems and vendors will be highly regarded
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
• Strategic thinking skills
• Innovative, ethical and forward-thinking mindset
• Experience in a charity or NFP highly regarded

SAFEGUARDING VULNERABLE PEOPLE

Our organisation is committed to protecting vulnerable members of our society. We have zero tolerance of abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. 

Background checking will be undertaken, and other pre-employment checks may occur prior to any offer of employment. Checks may include (but are not limited to): 

• A criminal history check 
• A serious discipline history disclosure check
• Working with Children Check
• Working with Vulnerable People

Applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered further.

We will then short-list applicants by assessing the information provided in your application. Click Apply Now to submit your application. 

A position description is attached.