Finance Officer

• Roebourne WA location
• Make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Join a fun and dynamic workplace

Remuneration Benefits include:

• Base Salary $74,997 - $107,800
• 11% Superannuation
• up to $15,900 Salary Sacrifice, plus $2,650 entertainment benefits
• $13,000 Housing Allowance
• $1,000 Electricity Allowance (Oct-Feb)
• $1,000 Annual Airfare Allowance, after 12 months continuous employment
• $3,055 (single) District Allowance for Family $6,111.30
• 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading
• 1 weeks Northwest Leave
• 37.5 Hour working week, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.45pm

The Position

Under the direction of Chief Finance Officer, the Finance Officer will support the day-to-day financial administration and accounting activities, which include (but not limited to) managing accounts receivable and payable and corporate credit card, processing fortnightly payroll. This position will be the first point of contact with Mawarnkarra staff and other stakeholders.

This position also assists with other accounting functions, such as reconciliations and reporting as required.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Motivation to provide service excellence.
• An understanding of the legal obligations and standards required for the day-to-day bookkeeping of a Company.
• Ability to problem solve effectively on a day-to-day basis.
• Experience with Xero accounting software.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Excel.
• Experience with payroll, debtor and creditor processing.
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills.
• Reconciliation and processing of weekly debit card transactions.
• Management of accounts email ensuring action of all items.
• Knowledge of GST in relation to accounts payable/receivable
• Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrated organisational skills.
• Commitment to ongoing participation in education, professional development, evidence based research and quality assurance.

DUTIES

1. Maintain the highest standards of bookkeeping and finance administration

In collaboration with the Senior Finance:

1. Aligning creditor expense invoices with purchase orders and ensuring correct authorization processes have been followed.
2. Maintenance of creditor and debtor contact details in Xero
3. Perform accurate data entry, recording all income and expenditure against correct funding programs.
4. Perform data entry into electronic payroll systems, such as verifying timesheets and hours worked, calculating employee salaries/wages, deductions and contributions (processing superannuation, salary sacrifice and various deductions), issuing payslips and assist with payroll reconciliations.
5. Perform petty cash reconciliation.
6. Assist with reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable systems in order to ensure there is a complete and accurate record of all monies.
7. Assist in processing staff leave by checking and monitoring accrual balances.
8. Assist with managing and administering travel allowances.
9. Assist in preparing periodic reports as requested/required.
10. Assist in the implementation of any financial policies and procedures as required.
11. Manage the filing, storage and security of financial documents.
12. Ensure the integrity of the finance department is maintained:
    • Ensure the highest standards of integrity are maintained in respect to finance management and all other matters relating to Mawarnkarra Health Service.
    • Ensure that all business and financial matters relating to Mawarnkarra Health Service are kept confidential.
    • Ensure that all financial matters relating to staff are kept confidential.
13. Professional responsibilities:
    •  Work in collaboration with the Senior Finance Officer and Chief Finance Officer on all relevant issues.
    • Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.
    • Participate in and contribute to the fulfilment of operational needs of the organisation as they arise.
    • Participate in maintaining a safe working environment.

Position Requirements

• Certificate IV in Accounting/Bookkeeping Services or minimum 2 years experience 
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software; advanced skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

It is essential you have the following:

• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate, (Requirement to be triple vax as per the WA Government mandate for all health care workers)
• Current Drivers Licence;
• Current Working with Children’s Check and Police Clearance, or ability to obtain

About Mawarnkarra Health Service (MHS)

Mawarnkarra Health Service aims to deliver high quality clinical services and health programs to improve the physical, spiritual, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who call Roebourne, and surrounding areas, home. 

MHS is looking for people who want to make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

Applications

Please address the Skills and Experience in your cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.

Please direct any queries to Human Resources at *********@mhs.org.au

MHS may commence appointment proceedings immediately, appoint by invitation or make no appointment at all. This opportunity is only open to candidates with the right to work in Australia.