Address- Full time permanent position
- Generous salary packaging, increase your take home pay by up to 12%
- Great Culture, rewarding work, flexible working options, learning opportunities and career development.
UCWB
Our purpose: Together we build connected and thriving communities.
Our Values:
Bold and Brave Open and Curious Connected and Inclusive
Our Strategy:
Innovate and build thriving communities Grow positive impact together with community Mobilise our vibrant, engaged, learning organisation
UCWB builds connected and thriving communities with a team of over 220 staff and volunteers. For 140 years, we’ve been helping people create positive futures and lead independent lives they are proud of.
UCWB provides services throughout the greater Adelaide region; mental health, aged care, NDIS, child and family, psychology, and financial wellbeing. We also operate two social enterprises, Psychology SA and Torrensville Community Childcare Centre.
At UCWB, we celebrate the power of difference and the strength that harnessing our differences creates. We value the experience and expertise of people from all cultures, ages, spiritualties, disabilities, genders, sexualities, thinking patterns, caring status, bodies and backgrounds. We are committed to action that makes our organisation and the wider community welcoming, safe and inclusive.
About the Role
The Financial Accountant works as a member of the Corporate Services Team to progress the strategic direction of UCWB through the provision of high-quality financial management and advisory services.
The Financial Accountant will play a key role by assisting the Lead, Finance to deliver high quality management accounting, reporting and analysis. Responsible for all:
- end of month processes and reconciliations
- preparation of Business Activity Statements and other statutory reporting requirements
- Preparation of grant acquittals
- Assist Lead, Finance with budgetary reporting and tracking
- Work closely with and support the financial administration team so that it operates efficiently and effectively.
About You
This role is an exciting opportunity that would suit a highly motivated and self-driven individual looking to progress their career within the not-for-profit sector. The successful candidate will have qualifications in Commerce or Accounting and will have at least 5 years of relevant accounting experience. You will have worked within a team environment previously and possess effective communication skills both verbal and written with an ability to communicate to all levels including internal and external stakeholders. To qualify, candidates must also have the following:
- High level skills in the use of databases, spreadsheets and word processing, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel
- Experience with financial models, budgets and forecasts
- Desire for continuous improvements
- Ability to use initiative, set priorities and meet deadlines
- A current DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain one.
What we can offer you
- You’re joining an organisation that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates success.
- Industry-leading job satisfaction and workplace flexibility.
- Salary packaging/tax free income for eligible employees offering 6-12% increase in your take-home pay.
- An equal opportunity workplace where diversity, inclusion and lived experience are genuinely valued.
- Career and personal development opportunities.
- Personalised support and counselling for mental health challenges for you, your immediate household members, in person, over the phone or online.
- Flexible leave provisions including: access to 4 weeks paid parental leave in excess of the government scheme for eligible employees, option to apply for up to 2 weeks leave in advance and option to cash out long service leave after 7 years of service.
- Superannuation Guarantee paid on every eligible dollar earned.
- Discounts on a range of products and services through our salary packaging provider Community Business Bureau (CBB).
- You will thrive in a supportive workplace which celebrates its rich, diverse and inclusive workforce.
Location
This role is based at Bowden just a short walk to the popular Plant 3 and Plant 4 entertainment complex in Gibson Street however some off-site work may be required.
To Apply for this Job
- Review the Role Profile on our recruitment website and consider whether you meet the Essential Criteria and the Screening Requirements.
- Submit your application and upload your resume and cover letter via our recruitment website. For further enquiries please contact Michelle Graham, Lead Finance via email: ***************@ucwb.org.au
- Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday 3 June 2024.
- UCWB will provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments please advise us via *******@ucwb.org.au or by telephoning 82457100.
