Overview
Aboriginal Family Support Services (AFSS) is a lead, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that has been providing services to Aboriginal families and communities across South Australia for over 40 years.
The Manager, Finance and Administration is responsible for the efficient day to day running of the finance and administration areas of AFSS with support from the Corporate Services team. This involves overseeing reception, payroll, document management, asset management, accounts payable and receivable, month end reconciliations and rollover, monthly and quarterly financial reporting, and audit preparation. This position requires strong management and leadership ability and service focus. A high level of consultation with all levels of staff and an understanding of the problems different areas face is required. Flexibility, coupled with a high level of technical expertise in computer-based accounting packages will contribute to success in this role.
Responsibilities
* Work under the Senior Manager Corporate Services in exercising a high level of problem-solving, leadership and direction to staff and general service delivery.
* Provide staff with ongoing professional support through regular supervision and appraisals.
* Monitor and authorise finance and payroll paperwork to ensure integrity of information, adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards and all timeframes are met.
* Undertake regular monthly reviews of budget vs actual results with all Program Managers.
* Devise and monitor standards of practice within the Agency's policies and procedures and Acts of Parliament which govern the Agency's work.
* Provide leadership within Finance and Administration and deliver quality professional advice and support to Management, external service providers and the community.
To be successful you will need
* A South Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* A NDIS Worker Check
* National Police Clearance
* A Safe Environments for Children and Young People Certificate
* A current South Australian Drivers Licence
* Unrestricted eligibility to work in Australia
* CPA, CA or equivalent accounting qualifications is highly desirable
Don't have a WWCC or NDIS check? You can apply online at www.screening.sa.gov.au
Working in a not-for-profit agency you can salary sacrifice to increase your take home pay.
If this sounds like you, click here to view the Job and Person Specification on our website: https://www.afss.com.au/employment
Then tell us in a 2-page cover letter (that reflects the Key Result Areas found in the J&P) why you're a good fit for this job and send this with your resume via our Seek Ad.
Applications close 9 am Friday, 19th September 2025. Previous applicants need not apply.
We look forward to receiving your application; however if you do not provide a 2-page cover letter addressing your skills and experience against the Job and Person Specification we are unlikely to consider your candidacy.
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