Management Accounting & Budgeting (Accounting)
Melbourne Teaching Health Clinics (MTHC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Melbourne and provides world-class clinical training opportunities for the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences students. It also provides patient access to high-quality health care for members of the Victorian community, within a private practice setting. There are six clinical areas that are central to this service, including general medical practice, dentistry, optometry, audiology, speech pathology, and psychology.
MTHC places a high level of importance on providing an environment for our staff, patients, and students that reflects the values of our organisation. These values are:
Be Ethical
Be Accountable
Be Collaborative
About the Role
Exciting opportunity for a dynamic finance professional to support the delivery of finance and payroll services at MTHC! This maximum-term position is available for an immediate start until the end of February 2025, with potential for conversion to a continuing role. It offers a true hybrid work environment with just one day per week required in the office.
As Finance Manager, you will oversee an experienced team of four, working closely with the Acting CFO to manage day-to-day financial operations and provide hands-on support. You'll receive ample guidance and upskilling opportunities in areas like payroll, reporting, and auditing. While direct payroll experience isn't required, a willingness to learn is essential.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing all aspects of financial and management accounting, managing financial audits and systems, coordinating corporate services such as finance and payroll, and developing business controls to support senior management and drive new initiatives. This hands-on role is ideal for a finance professional looking to advance their career while building meaningful relationships across the organisation.
About You
The Selection Criteria is designed to assess the candidate's suitability for the position. If you don't believe you meet all the points below, but you have relevant skills and experience, we still encourage you to apply.
Relevant tertiary qualifications preferably in Finance/Accounting, CA/CPA qualified with demonstrated experience in finance or management accounting roles, preferably within the health or education sectors.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of people to meet customer needs, expectations, and business goals.
Sound knowledge and experience in financial year-end and audit processes from a business perspective.
Proven ability to prioritise, monitor, and coordinate personal workload with minimal supervision to achieve agreed outcomes within specified time frames.
Sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and reporting practice.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear, concise reports on analysis findings.
Experience in month-end financial processes and reporting, including analysis of budget variances and assisting with remedial action.
Excellent computer skills, including all MS Office products and advanced Excel manipulation and modelling skills.
Experience in payroll (or willingness to learn).
Experience in training and/or mentoring others.
Benefits of Joining the Organisation
Genuine flexible working arrangements.
Supportive and experienced team.
Career growth potential and continuous professional development support.
CBD location – close to public transport and walking distance to Lygon Street.
Be a part of a values-led culture that promotes employee wellbeing and drives quality service provisions.
Discounts to our clinical services at our various health clinics for you and your family.
Established reward and recognition framework and inclusive work practices.
To Apply
As part of your application, please submit your CV and Cover Letter detailing why you believe your skills and experience are suited to the position.
At MTHC, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community, and we encourage and celebrate diversity. Indigenous Australians, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities or culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our roles. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
For inquiries, please contact Laura Hinkley (People & Culture, MTHC) via ****** (please do not send applications to this email).
Please note, as per the current Victorian vaccination requirements for healthcare workers, all staff are required to be fully vaccinated (i.e., boosted) against COVID-19 or have a valid exemption, and be eligible to attain a Working With Children Check (WWCC) before commencing.
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