* Great organisation culture and supportive team environment
* Hands on opportunity to work across a broad range of finance functions
* Ongoing Part Time (0.6 FTE)
* Thomastown, Heidelberg based (Wurundjeri Country)
About Us
With a proud history and a progressive mindset, Kids First is a leading provider of educational, family and support services for children and families nationwide. We are at the forefront of responding to community needs and strengthening families so that children can thrive. Our programs are evidence-based and built on more than 125 years of service.
Your new role:
The primary purpose of the Accounts Assistant position is to manage the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable sub-ledgers of the organization in an accurate and timely manner.
The focus will be to maintain accurate financial records and provide customer service to business units throughout the organization as required.
To be successful in this role you will need:
* Previous experience in Finance/ERP systems is desirable
* Previous experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
* Demonstrated experience in preparing accurate and timely financial reports and efficient record keeping.
* Intermediate skills and demonstrated experience using Excel spreadsheets.
* Knowledge of GST.
* Proven experience of successfully communicating and coaching non-finance people around financial concepts.
* Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector is advantageous.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently; use initiative; ability to problem solve.
* Ability to produce high quality work with minimal supervision while working to tight deadlines.
* Must have a 'can do' attitude; and 'hands on' approach.
Why work with us?
Be part of an organisation that truly lives its values. We have HEART and this shows in the way that we care for our staff members.
* Enjoy flexible working options including working from home, monthly RDO accrual and purchased leave to increase your annual leave entitlements.
* Take 3 additional days of paid leave between Christmas and New Years to spend with those that mater most.
* Look after yourself with a paid wellbeing day during Mental Health Month (October).
* Take advantage of our I HEART ME initiative and invest up to $100 in your own health and wellbeing. Did we mention that this is on us?
Needing a further nudge for you to click on that apply now button?
* Enjoy 'not for profit' benefits such as $15,900 of pre-tax salary packaging to increase your take-home pay and novated leasing.
* Access portable long service leave options and transfer your long service leave accruals.
* Be nurtured in your career, including a personal professional development budget.
* Access our Staff Wellbeing Program.
To apply:
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Please include a Cover letter outlining the position title and response addressing the selection criteria & a copy of the Curriculum Vitae.
For inquiries about the position connect with Khine Khin (General Manager, Finance) on
Kids First is an Equal Opportunity employer that respects and values diversity and inclusion. Kids First welcomes everyone to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and physical ability.
Kids First is a Child Safe Organisation, employment is conditional on satisfactory referee checks, a current Working With Children Check, National Criminal History check, proof of the right to work in Australia and a pre-employment medical (if applicable).
Applications close 10 September 2025