Senior Financial Accountant

About us:

Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

About the role – Permanent Full-time:

The Senior Financial Accountant contributes to the performance of organisation wide financial functions, with a focus on providing accounting support to the Senior Manager, Financial Services (SMFS), especially regarding the monthly and annual accounting processes, engaging with external auditors and administration and continual improvement of the accounting software. There is also a focus on compliance and process improvement to ensure the overall effectiveness of the accounting system.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Monthly accounting processes and management / committee reporting.
• Ensure the accuracy of the end of month reporting process, including the preparation of month end journals and reconciliations
• Responsible for the administration of the chart of accounts and cost centre structures
• Provide high-quality accounting support to the SMFS with any other ad-hoc tasks
• Capital expenditure reporting and budget development including accounting for Right of Use Assets

About you:

We are looking for more than just a financial expert; we want someone who shares our passion for creating positive change in the community. As a Senior Financial Accountant at Baptist Care SA you'll be part of a close-knit team where your ideas and contributions truly matter. We value creativity, collaboration, and a can-do attitude. If you're someone who enjoys diving into challenges and working alongside dedicated individuals driven by a shared mission, then you're exactly who we're looking for.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Degree qualification in Accounting or Commerce
• Membership with CPA Australia or CA ANZ
• Demonstrated high level financial accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience in responsibility for the integrity of General Ledger
• Experience in preparation and review of budgets and forecasts

Specific Requirements:

Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.

You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain:

• Full unrestricted South Australia Driver’s Licence
• DHS Child-Related Employment Screening or Working With Children check
• National Police Clearance
• Training: Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Through Their Eyes)
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award 7.1 + super
• Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees cultural and community obligations, including NAIDOC Leave and up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Talent Aquisition at recruitment@baptistcaresa.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date – applications may also close before this date.