About the RFDS
For over 95 years, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has been delivering the finest care to the furthest corner of Australia. We provide aeromedical emergency retrieval, primary health care, mental health and dental services to the seven million Australians who live, work and travel in rural and remote areas – often where no other health services exist.
The RFDS Federation, based in Canberra, serves as the national coordinating body for the RFDS. We manage relationships with the Commonwealth Government, build a public policy voice for better health outcomes in rural and remote Australia, and support strategic coordination across the RFDS network. Our work is guided by a commitment to improving access to high-quality health care for all Australians, no matter where they live.
About the Role
The Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality financial and management accounting services that support the Federation Office. This position oversees the coordination of Commonwealth funding across all RFDS Sections and Operations, contributes to grant acquittals, and leads the development of costing systems, financial reporting, KPI preparation, and national accounting system support.
You will manage and mentor the Accountant, ensuring the smooth operation of core accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, taxation, monthly reporting, purchasing, and payroll. The role is highly collaborative, working closely with the CFO, Executive Directors, and finance counterparts across Sections and Operations, while also engaging with external auditors to uphold strong financial governance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead financial accounting activities, including quarterly and year‑end reporting, general ledger integrity, asset management and audit coordination
* Deliver management accounting functions such as budgeting, forecasting, scenario modelling, monthly performance reporting and executive financial insights
* Oversee administration and optimisation of the TechOne finance system, including configuration, access controls, updates and user support
* Manage all financial aspects of Commonwealth funding, including reconciliation, allocation, cash management, capital funding oversight and policy development
* Produce high‑quality financial and management reporting, including KPI reporting, variance and trend analysis, and consolidated national reporting
* Maintain governance frameworks such as the National Chart of Accounts and support finance‑related board and committee activities
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
* Tertiary Qualification in accounting or business related discipline
* CPA/CA qualified
* Previous experience in a senior finance role of a large complex organisation
* Experience in the preparation of financial reports
* Experience in compliance with the Australian Taxation Office requirements (GST, BAS returns, FBT, PAYG)
* Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards
* Strong analytical and problem solving capability
* Advanced excel spreadsheet skills and report writing
* Ability to translate financial information for non-financial stakeholders.
* Proven experience in problem solving and the recommendation of effective financial solutions.
What We Offer
* Meaningful work that contributes to better health outcomes for rural and remote Australians
* Generous salary packaging benefits as a not-for-profit organisation
* Free staff parking and Christmas shutdown leave
* The opportunity to work with a small, committed team in one of Australia's most trusted organisations
How to Apply
Please send your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the key responsibilities and your suitability towards requirements for the role to: ***********@rfds.org.au. For further information about the role or salary range please contact ***********@rfds.org.au.
Applications will close COB Monday 16 March 2026.
NB1: Applications that do not include a Cover Letter addressing the key responsibilities and requirements will not be considered.
NB2: We may interview suitable candidates before the close off date so if you are interested - don't wait and apply today!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service welcomes and embraces diversity and strives to provide a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for all employees.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges and pays respect to the past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation.