Save the Children Senior Financial Accountant in Australia 102 views

In this changing and competitive world, we need you to be proactive to support the financial health of our organisation to ensure that our financial resources are correctly and effectively used. Our experienced Financial Control team undertakes all aspects of financial management including accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures. Use your expertise to champion our financial policies, standards, and procedures to see our beneficiaries well served and our donors happy with the results. Your pursuit of best practice and simplification enables frontline staff to continue to improve the lives of children.

Save the Children is no ordinary not-for-profit.

We’re ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children’s rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We run programs in Australia and overseas and, if there’s a disaster – like an earthquake, drought or conflict – we are there on the ground.

Where you come in:

In this full-time permanent position, based in Carlton*, you will ensure accurate reporting of monthly and annual results and a robust control environment. You’ll also work on a range of financial and management accounting activities and generate improved financial procedures. You will be part of our Finance and Support Services team and report to our Financial Controller.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading the preparation of the annual financial statements and other regulatory reporting as part of the Financial Control team
• Working with our Finance Business Partners to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for donors and programs
• Supporting a robust internal control framework and monitoring the effectiveness of internal controls over financial risks
• Actively reviewing and assessing the suitability of financial accounting processes and tools, and implementing improvements where identified

Does this sound like you?

You’ve been thinking about, or are being drawn to, working in the not-for-profit space. You’re proactive and resourceful, and your experience in similar roles sees you hold strong financial accounting and analytical experience. You enjoy working within a diverse team and building strong relationships with stakeholders while knowing that your work is making a real difference.

This role requires:

• A CA or CPA membership
• Significant experience in a similar finance role
• Demonstrated experience in preparation of consolidated Financial Statements
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment and to strict deadlines
• A strong understanding of financial internal control frameworks
• A curious mindset, constantly looking to develop yourself and others

Working at Save the Children is more than just a job.

It’s the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same.

In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:

• Individual learning plans to assist in your career development
• Friendly and flexible work environment
• Agile work environment including working from home
• Pet and child friendly work environment
• Full salary packaging benefits

Sound interesting?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on one of the buttons in the ‘Apply’ section.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 14 October 2020.

Position Description – Senior Financial Accountant

*While COVID-19 social distancing restrictions are in place, this role works remotely (i.e. from home or an alternative location). Once the pandemic restrictions are lifted, the role will be based in our office in Carlton.

At Save the Children, we seek a workforce that is as diverse as our society – in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – and reflects the communities we work in. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and core values and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices. Our inclusive workplace culture contributes to making Save the Children a great place to work.

Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

Save the Children Australia supports the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. If you are successful in your application, we will request consent to access HR held information pertaining to your last 5 years of employment. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.