Accountant

Why not make every work day a meaningful one. Blueline Laundry is a dynamic, purpose driven social enterprise that creates meaningful employment for people ALL abilities, cultures and backgrounds through the operation of one of Tasmania's largest commercial laundries. 

As a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation, there are a number of enticing entitlements and salary packaging benefits to compliment your overall remuneration. 

Blueline Laundry is seeking a New Town based Accountant on a fixed term (12 month with the possibility of further extensions or permanent) full-time basis (part-time may also be considered).  This is a rare opportunity to combine professional advancement and job satisfaction in a strong values-based organisation!

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Finacial Officer, the Accountant is responsible for the integrity of financial systems and information, whilst ensuring Blueline is compliant with all legislative requirements, through the fulfilment of the major areas of responsibility and accountability, specific competencies and capabilities, and other requirements of the position outlined in the Position Description. This is an essential component of Blueline’s capacity to deliver high quality service to our clients and customers.

The Accountant will have a good knowledge of the latest accounting rules and theories, have strong ethics and integrity, be organised and structured, and also creative and inquisitive. 

While working independently, the Accountant will be business minded, accountable, accurate and detail  orientated, as well as being a team player.

What You Bring (Selection Criteria)

• A tertiary qualification in Commerce or Business with a major in accounting,
• Behaviours in line with the Blueline Behavioural Competencies for All of Us (refer to the application documentation).
• Proven experience in a management accountant role.
• Proven financial management/reporting and analysis skills, including reporting, development of budgets and forecasts.
• Demonstrated high degree of experience and computer skills in sophisticated Accounting Software, Information Systems including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access and Outlook) and use of the Internet.
• Planning and organising priorities both individually and as a member of a team.
• Empathy, understanding and a positive approach to ensuring the rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities.

Desirable qualifications

• Understanding of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Understanding of relevant legislative requirements.
• Certified Practicing Account (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Ability to self-manage.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a leading mission-based organisation. We offer paid leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Blueline Laundry is also proud to be recognised as a leader in disability equality.

Please contact Fiona Dixon, Chief Financial Officer, on 6278 2999 to find out more information or if you have any questions.  

To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria by email to **@blueline-laundry.com.  Applications close 9am Monday 25th March 2024.

The successful applicant must undergo the following pre-employment checks:

• Working with Vulnerable People check with NDIS Worker Clearance
• National Police Check
• Health Screen Check