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‘All people affordably housed in neighbourhoods that support life opportunities’
About our Client
Housing Choices Australia (Housing Choices) is a leading and growing national not-for-profit housing provider. Housing Choices aims to ensure that people are housed in inclusive communities and to create homes that encourage a sense of belonging. Housing Choices owns and/or manages more than 7,000 homes, accommodating over 8500 tenants across Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, New South Wales and Western Australia.
Housing Choices aims to provide a culture that supports individuals to be their best, with opportunities for personal and career development.
About the role
Housing Choices is seeking a Finance Operations Manager to provide financial leadership and direction within our Finance Operations team and across the broader business.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, The Finance Operations Manager will lead the Financial Accounting & Reporting and Payroll teams as well as act as the financial custodian and owner of internal controls within Housing Choices.
The successful candidate will be a proactive and supportive leader who will foster a culture of growth, whilst driving continuous improvement initiatives across all finance processes and systems, leveraging technology to enhance operations and data accuracy.
About you
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in both public and private sectors, ideally within real estate, property development, public/community housing, or related sectors. You will possess the skills to lead financial accounting activities, and ensure accurate reporting and compliance with standards. Additionally, the role involves leading payroll processing, addressing discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
What will help you succeed
- Minimum 5 years + proven experience and successful track record in a comparable role or discipline in private real estate, property development, public/community housing, or transferable sector
- Relevant tertiary qualification in finance or business, with CA/CPA qualification required
- Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including vendor payments, invoice processing, reconciliation, billing, collections, and reconciliations
- Experience preparing management, business and regulatory required reporting
- Experience overseeing financial processes, controls, and systems for accurate and reliable reporting, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations
- Experience in managing end-to-end payroll function and maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal payroll regulations
- Track record of developing effective internal relationships and collaborations to advance strategic agendas and achieve outcomes through financial insights and analysis, supporting strategic plans and decision-making
What you will get in return
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary Packaging for living expenses, meal, and entertainment expenses
- Excellent career development opportunities
- Recognition program
- Salary Continuance Insurance
- 16 weeks paid parental leave
Please note that it is a minimum requirement that all appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Criminal History or Police Check conducted by Housing Choices and the successful post holder to:
- Agree and undergo any other employment screening as required by Housing Choices (including but not limited to, Working with Children, Vulnerable Persons, and NDIS Worker. This will be as applicable based on the state location and/or function of the role)
- Agree and comply with Child Safety policies and procedures
- Provide a current driver’s license and willingness to travel across Housing Choices’ locations, if and as required.
This opportunity is only open to candidates with appropriate legal working rights within Australia.
Housing Choices recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce. We celebrate and respect our people's differences and are committed to being inclusive. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and persons with a disability to apply.
Housing Choices recognises and is committed to supporting the diverse access needs of individuals. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments, please email ****@xperience.com.au with a preferred contact method and we will be in touch.
