Ndis Finance Officer

An exciting opportunity is now available for a full-time NDIS Finance and invoicing Officer role within our Registered NDIS Company.  Are you looking for an opportunity to join a professional, caring and inclusive business with a genuine interest in improving the lives of the individuals we support, whilst providing stability and development opportunities for our workers?
The Company:
DaVange Care provides in-home support, community access and concierge services to individuals living with a disability. We put the needs of the participant at the forefront of all our activity to enable the individual to live a lifestyle of their choice and strive to provide the right staff to meet the individual’s care needs. Simply put, our aim is to provide a standard of care that we would want for our own families!
The Role:
We are expanding our office team to oversee the care needs of participants and support staff in the Northern Brisbane area.
Our people are the key to achieving our goals and being successful. The purpose of this role is to aid with developing and maintaining Schedule of supports, NDIS invoicing & assisting with Payroll functions.
 
Your role will be primarily to assist in the creation of SIL/SDA/CA - SOS and service agreements. 
***NDIS experience HIGHLY Regarded ***
 
Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Facilitate regular and open employee communication (face-to-face, over the phone and via email) and actively encourage employees to discuss payroll issues/concerns in the workplace.
• Correctly prepare all staff payroll in accordance with applicable awards and standard accounting principles in a timely manner.
• Ensure appropriate approvals for timesheets, leave forms and expense reimbursement by each Manager/Supervisor.
• Maintain and update systems and procedures to direct the collection, calculation and entering of payroll data.
• Maintain awareness of payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee salaries and wages data, including payroll taxes and other required reporting.
• Ensure complete audit trails are maintained for all payroll processing.
• Create and maintain personnel records including pay rates and other personal details of employees in company systems and personnel files.
• Update and maintain leave records and entitlements for all employees in company system.
• Liaise with external bodies such as the NDIS, Support coordinators, Plan managers, superannuation companies etc regarding membership return, completion of applications and general enquiries.
• Assist staff with general payroll related questions, leave accruals, wage deductions and other payroll related issues.
• Ensure all fortnightly payroll related reporting obligations are completed and submitted on time for an external accountant to finalise, including superannuation, union, and child support payments.
• Qleave reporting 
• Conduct regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger.
• Working with Senior Management to conduct Salary Reviews/Assessments as required. 
• Undertake other duties as required by Management as directed and as instructed.
• Assist in the preparation – Schedule of supports, Invoicing, Weekly invoicing reports.
• Manage records and receipts.
• Manage & maintain correct processing and reconciling of WEEL cards
• Reconcile transactions on a daily, monthly and yearly basis or as required
• Review client roster & issues invoices
• Follow up with unpaid invoices if unpaid after 28 days
• Create & Process invoices and quotes using applicable software
• Provide customer services to clients, participants and staff via phone, email and face-to-face
• Identify issues and provide details to Senior Management to assist in resolving financial disputes raised by any personnel
• Act as a key point of contact for Finance with DaVange Care 
• Support External accounting team to process wages, superannuation and any other applicable payments
• Work closely with Management 
• Undertake other duties as required and as instructed.

Undertake other duties as required by Management as directed and as instructed.
Requirements:

• 2 years experience in finance, accounting, accounting practices or relevant field 
• Understanding of the NDIS funding model and SCHADS award ( essential) 
• Experience with Xero Accounting Software is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and listening.
• Demonstrated reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Ability to problem solve, think creatively and find innovative solutions.
• Paid Blue Card
• Yellow Card / NDIS Worker Screening Clearance Card
• Australian Drivers Licence with own reliable vehicle and fully comprehensive car insurance

 
Essential Skills:

• Willingness to promote a connected, collaborative, and positive work environment for all team members and contribute to the vision, mission, core values, and the guiding principles of the organisation.
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to influence, liaise, and negotiate clearly and concisely.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and computer skills for the creation of reports, correspondence, and other documents.
• Accomplish objectives effectively within time frames and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficiently and timely manner.
• Work autonomously, using initiative and good judgement to meet deadlines and work outcomes applying evidence-based decisions, analysing problems skilfully and using logic to reach conclusions.
• Advanced skills in working with disadvantaged client groups with complex needs including Mental Health, trauma, alcohol and other drug abuse, family and Domestic Violence, finances, housing, and legal matters.

 
Preferred Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrated ethical behaviour, and able to take responsibility for own actions/behaviours.
• Build and maintain relationships based on trust and respect to grow positive team environments.
• Act with integrity and professionalism always ensuring adherence to confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A proactive, positive, and enthusiastic approach to learning and engaging within a team.

In return, we can offer:

• Full on the job training in a supportive environment, including ongoing support from our experienced and extensive Management Team.
• Learning & Development opportunities including free access to our online learning tools & programs.

 
If you are interested in joining our growing, dedicated and caring organisation, APPLY TODAY! Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview.
We recognise the benefit of employing staff with a balance of professional and life skills. We are inclusive of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Australian South Sea Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI and people with a disability.