* Full Time, Ongoing
* Ballarat Location
* Salary: $95,000 - $100,000 plus superannuation
* Salary packaging options up to $15,900 plus meals and entertainment
* Award-winning inclusive employer
Our Opportunity
We are searching for our next Financial Accountant to join our team. Cafs is seeking a passionate, community driven Financial Accountant to join our Finance Team. The role is responsible for assisting in the delivery and preparation of the yearly annual financial report, assisting in the delivery of the yearly Cafs budget as well as working with internal and external stakeholders to provide high quality, timely and accurate financial advice.
About You
We are looking for a motivated, values-driven individual with demonstrated experience working within a similar position. The ideal candidate will thrive working both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic team.
Skills & Attributes
* Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
* Demonstrated experience delivering month and year-end financial close processes.
* Demonstrated sound financial management including strong understanding of cost benefits, analysing trends and reviewing data to evaluate business options.
* Contribute to enhancement of quality practices and ensure that own work meets quality requirements.
Our Organisation
Cafs (Child and Family Services Ballarat) is an independent community service organisation based in Ballarat for over 160 years. We provide over 50 programs across a range of service areas providing care for clients within communities across the central highland region. Our practice is underpinned by our preferred model of care, Trust Based Relationship Intervention (TBRI), and our organisational values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration, Kindness and Integrity are at the forefront of everything we do.
Interested?
We would love to hear from you, to find out more about this opportunity contact Ryan Arthur, Executive Manager Finance & Resources, or Jake Hart, Manager People and Engagement Partnerships on
To find out more please find the position description on our website:
To Apply
To apply please go to our careers webpage: and select apply now. Applications will be received until Monday the 26th of January, 2026. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and employment will be subject to satisfactory Police and Working With Children Checks.
Our Commitment
Inclusion and diversity are at the heart of everything we do at Cafs. We welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, the LGBTIQA community, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Supporting your application Our recruitment process includes 1-2 panel discussions. Some questions may be provided in advance. For adjustments or support, contact