Senior finance officer

Join our team in the position of Senior Finance Officer. Generous NFP salary sacrifice arrangements available.

About the Role

The Senior Finance Officer works in collaboration with the CEO to manage the day‐to‐day financial operations of the Murchison Regional Aboriginal Corporation (MRAC). This permanent role plays a key part in accurate and transparent financial dealings, ensures established processes and delegations are maintained, and manages payroll and accounts payable in a timely manner. The role also plays a critical part in audit trails and regulatory compliance.

About Us

MRAC is a culturally sensitive organisation that owns and manages over 120 properties in the Midwest Gascoyne area. MRAC focuses on providing stable housing and support to maintain a home, so that families can positively participate in education, training, employment and the community. We use rental income to improve properties, buy new homes and secure the Corporation's financial position and future.

About You

To thrive in this role, you'll exhibit the ability to work independently, hold a Diploma in Accounting or Cert IV in Financial Services, or have equivalent work experience (5+ years) in managing financial systems. You possess strong knowledge of all related legislative requirements, pride yourself on accuracy, spot errors, resolve them swiftly, handle pressure well, and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Receive and process creditor invoices, ensuring MYOB is updated and approval processes are in line with MRAC delegations.
• Process payroll and maintain accurate, up‐to‐date financial records, ensuring all actions taken comply with policies, procedures, guidelines and relevant legislation.
• Execute end‐of‐month processing, including journal entries, accruals and pre‐payments.
• Respond effectively and efficiently to any matters that may impact MRAC's contractual compliance obligations and report matters to the CEO in a timely manner.
• Prepare current and forecasted financial information for the CEO, verifying that financial processes are sound, compliance requirements are met and non‐conformances are raised.
• In conjunction with the CEO, undertake all financial audit preparations and liaise with the Corporation's nominated auditor, providing feedback on these functions to the CEO and Finance Committee.
• Review, analyse and enact updates to financial and compliance‐related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines, and facilitate changes to processes and procedures to ensure adherence to updated requirements.
• Identify opportunities and work with the team to improve systems and procedures relevant to the position to achieve better practice standards.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualification (Diploma in Accounting or Cert IV in Financial Services) and/or substantial work experience (5+ years) in managing financial systems.
• Sound knowledge of accounting practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems (e.g., MYOB) and the ability to accurately interpret and process data.
• Strong analytical skills with a detail‐oriented mindset.
• Working rights in Australia as an Australian/New Zealand citizen or holding a relevant visa.
• Hold, or be eligible to complete, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Previous experience in the not‐for‐profit sector is advantageous.
• Possession of a WA Driver's Licence.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter through SEEK, outlining your suitability based on the tasks and responsibilities of this role.

MRAC reserves the right to close this vacancy if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Previous applicants need not apply.