Finance Team Leader

ORGANISATIONAL OVERVIEW

Mangrove Housing is a client focused, dynamic and innovative not-for-profit organisation providing services to the community housing and homelessness sector.  Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients and communities by working within a range of networks and partnerships to provide quality housing and support services.

Mangrove offers a range of housing supports including crisis accommodation, long-term, affordable housing and specialist homelessness services. Mangrove also runs a charity called The Forgotten Women, and two subsidiaries. 

THE ROLE AND YOU

We are seeking a dynamic and professional Finance Team Leader. This is a hands-on role that supervises the Finance Team and runs the day-to-day finance function whilst working closely with the CFO to provide accurate insights / analysis, and produce reports including commentary that meet both internal and external reporting obligations. 

You will work collaboratively, demonstrating empathy and resilience, and contribute positively to our supportive workplace culture. Prior community housing and/or community support services organisation experience will be highly regarded.

Have the ability to take initiative, prioritise your workload and stay organised. You thrive on accuracy and attention to detail.

The role is based at our Wynnum office, however the role requires regular travel throughout Brisbane, Logan and the Redlands region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Leadership

• Oversee, support and mentor the Finance Team, ensuring the accuracy of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and other transactional finance activities.
• Assisting the CFO to conduct formal performance and KPI reviews, including defining training and development plans for Finance Team members.

Transactional Finance

• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors and accountants.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining financial systems, procedures and controls to support the efficient and effective operation of the finance function.
• In consultation with the CFO, maintain the Chart of Accounts and organisational finance systems.
• Providing guidance and coaching to employees within the group to enhance financial literacy, including budgeting, reporting, and forecasting.
• Performing any Finance Team responsibilities as required, including providing backup cover to team members absent while on leave.
• Applying and working within legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in organisational meetings and improvement activities. 

Reporting

• Preparation and submission of a range of financial reports, including cashflow forecasts, compliance and funder reports, statutory accounts, and contribute to the annual financial statements.
• Assisting the CFO in preparing budgetary and forecast reports for the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Provide monthly management financial reports to the CFO including reporting on key variances or issues requiring attention. 
• Don’t just provide data/numbers, but rather report insightful information from the overall business and program performance. 
• Provide monthly analysis for each program and report to managers. 
• Perform any ad-hoc duties as required by the CFO or CEO.
• Grant management including acquittals and compliance requirements. 
• Working knowledge of the DoH Allowable Expenditure Policy and CHAFRs.
• Providing business modelling that supports key strategic decision making for the organisation.

SELECTION CRITERIA

To be considered for this role you must demonstrate the following.

It is essential to address each of these selection criteria in your application:

SC1.    Tertiary level qualifications in business, accounting or similar, including a CPA/CA qualification or working towards completion, plus a minimum five (5) years accounting experience within the industry. (a heavily experienced bookkeeper will also be considered). 

SC2.    Demonstrated experience across a breadth of finance functions including operational processes, payroll, internal controls, accounting standards and governance practices.

SC3.    Advanced computer skills including excel, financial software, trust accounting and Teams.

SC4.    Proven ability to develop, document, and implement improvements to financial systems and processes.

SC5.    Demonstrated excellent leadership skills, verbal & written communication skills, and relationship-building skills.

Note: possession and maintenance of a current driver’s licence and Blue Card is an ongoing requirement for this position. 

Desirable but not essential:

• Knowledge of Real Estate operations / transactions
• Knowledge of construction accounting operations and job costing.
• Experience using Chintaro.

REMUNERATION

Salary package including competitive salary, superannuation and generous salary sacrificing options to be negotiated dependent on candidate skills, experience and qualifications. 

HOW TO APPLY

If you think you can contribute positively to the growth and long-term success of Mangrove, please apply for the position via seek and include the following information:  

• A cover letter responding to the selection criteria.
• Your resume / CV
• The name and contact details of two referees who can provide a verbal reference (referees will not be contacted without your approval)

Applications close Tuesday 2nd April 2024. 

Direct applications from recruitment firms will not be considered.

Mangrove is an equal opportunity employer.