Finance Assistant

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Category: Full-time

Remuneration: $ 59,523.69 to $ 68,304.80 per annum + superannuation

Benefits: 5 weeks annual leave, Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a.

Reporting to the Accountant, the Finance Assistant is responsible for providing effective administrative support to the Financial Services Work Unit at Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS).

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To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Possess well developed administrative skills, including strong attention to detail, accuracy and time management skills;
• Demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of business technology and desktop applications; including the use of Microsoft office packages;
• The ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to work to deadlines; and
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The position involves working with a multicultural organisation where the majority of staff, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) PAMS actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, relevant licences and eligibility criteria apply (as per the Job Description).

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement. Acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with relevant visa.

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of a maximum $ 59,523.69 to $ 68,304.80 per annum excluding superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous entitlements and fantastic benefits including:

• 5 weeks’ annual leave + 17.5% leave loading.
• 11% Superannuation 
• Salary Package up to $15,900 plus entertainment benefits.
• Study leave options to further invest in your career through additional training.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retention Initiatives in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

With an administrative hub based in Newman, in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, The Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) provides holistic primary health care to the individuals and families within Newman and the remote communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu and Kunawarritji.

PAMS has over 700 registered clients, with most being Martu. Services offered include health education and promotion programs and initiatives, as well as the monitoring and management of ongoing health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, ante-natal & post-natal care and child health

Shortlisting will commence immediately; 

For further information including, please contact the Human Resources Team on 08 9177 8***.