Women’s Legal Service Qld Ltd (WLSQ) provides high quality legal and social support services to women, specialising in the areas of family law, domestic violence, child protection, financial abuse legal protection and sexual assault though our counselling notes protect program.

The Service is committed to the creation of a society in which every woman:

• Is safe from violence;
• Is able to tell her story, have it heard and respected; and
• Receives a fair and just outcome from legal and social welfare systems.

The Finance Officer role is to ensure accurate payroll processing, manage accounts payable and receivable transactions including staff reimbursements and card claims and reconciliation of relevant balance sheet accounts.

This is a part-time position, offering 60.8 hours per fortnight.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

Key Responsibilities:

• End to end payroll processing ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Interpreting and applying the SCHADS award to accurately calculate wages, penalties, and entitlements.
• Issue invoices and ensure payment of accounts
• Managing the [email protected] shared mailbox
• Directing supplier invoices to ProSpend and managing all claims in ProSpend and MYOB through to payment in the Bank
• Liaising with and responding to supplier queries
• Maintaining users and workflows in ProSpend
• Assisting staff with all payroll, accounts and expense reimbursement enquiries
• Bank reconciliations in MYOB AccountRight (desktop and browser versions)
• Assist the Accountant or Finance Manager with other statutory requirements on behalf of WLSQ as required e.g. PAYG, superannuation or QLeave return
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture for staff and volunteers which is professional, productive, supportive and consistent with the WLSQ values and feminist principles.
• Any other tasks as directed by the Finance Manager

MANDATORY REQUIREMENT:

• Financial and payroll systems experience (knowledge of MYOB and Employment Hero preferred)
• Experience in Award to Payroll interpretation.
• Good Excel skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work and liaise with staff and managers at all levels of the organisation
• This role requires the incumbent to have a clear National Police Check and to obtain a blue card.

SELECTION CRITERIA / SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Ability to foster professional and respectful relationships with different stakeholders.
• Well-developed and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of financial management and accounting systems in accordance with GST legislation and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Highly developed self-management skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multi-discipline team.

EMPLOYEE WELLBEING:

The work performed by WLSQ involves providing legal and social support services to women and their children impacted by Domestic and Family Violence and / or Sexual Violence. All staff employed by WLSQ will be privy to or will take part in conversations with people who have experienced traumatic situations, and it is likely some of our clients may still be experiencing the effects of trauma. In addition to the regular and comprehensive training and support provided by WLSQ, the person performing this role will have to be mindful of their personal wellbeing and employ strategies to minimise impacts (if any) on their wellbeing.

WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY:

All staff are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of other personnel who may be affected by their conduct. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Participating in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Complying with instructions given for your own health and safety and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Cooperating with the Board and CEO in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations.
• Taking reasonable care to ensure your own health and safety and that of others and to abide by your duty of care provided for in the legislation.
• Reporting any injury, hazard or illness immediately, where practical to your supervisor.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission.
• Not wilfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.

In addition, each staff member is expected to:

• Gain the respect and active cooperation of the team and other staff.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively towards the WLSQ strategy.
• Adhere to the vision and values of the WLSQ.

WLS CULTURE:

The WLSQ is a community organisation operating within a feminist framework in a manner consistent with the mission, purpose and values of WLSQ. Organisational values are informed by feminist principles – respect, inclusiveness, collaboration, openness and accountability and working in an environment where women and children’s safety is prioritised.

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Packaging: Take advantage of not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximize your take-home pay.
Remuneration package: Includes statutory super and attractive salary sacrifice options.

Career Development: Access to career and professional development opportunities, including conferences, events, and a dedicated training and supervision budget.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling services available for you and your family.

Additional Leave Entitlements: Enjoy additional paid parental leave and extra leave during the Christmas and New Year period.

Flexible Work Arrangements: We’re open to discussing how we can tailor this role to fit your needs.

Inclusive Work Culture: Be part of a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Ongoing Training: Participate in continuous training programs throughout the year to enhance your skills.

On-Site Amenities: Enjoy complimentary snacks and fresh fruit available in the workplace

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.