Children's Ground is a First Nations organisation. We are committed to systems change to ensure dignity, justice and equity for all children and families. Our work focuses on national reform as well as evidencing a new way of working. The Children's Ground Approach is a whole of community, whole of life approach, designed by First Nations people. We partner with a community over the course of a generation, led by local expertise, vision and intelligence. Together, we create and deliver an integrated system that is centred on learning, development and wellbeing that responds to the child and their family through the key transition points from pre-birth to young adulthood. Our approach recognises the cultural, social and economic strength of communities and builds on this to equip children for opportunities locally, nationally and globally. We celebrate First Nations children and families and back their vision and talent to transform their communities from extreme stress and economic disadvantage to communities of opportunity and wellbeing. Children's Ground operates in Central Australia and across the Top End, with support provided by a Melbourne-based Shared Services team. To learn more about Children's Ground and the work we do, visit our website: About the Job The Finance Manager is a key role that forms part of the Children's Ground management team. Reporting to the Finance Director, the primary function of this position is to provide day to day management and operation of the finance function, direction and guidance to all Finance and Payroll staff. As a member of the management team, you will directly contribute to the organisational strategy, decision making, and operations development required to build a sustainable and outcomes focussed organisation. This role work closely with, the Finance Director, CEO and Directors in leading the activities required to meet the financial needs of the organisation. This position is directly responsible for the day-to-day operational management and delivery of Finance and Payroll services for Children's Ground. This includes development, management, and review of Children's Grounds': Accounting, budgeting and reporting systems including all associated policies and procedures, and Payroll systems, policies and procedures. This role is a mix of leadership and "hands on" work which includes operational financial management involving, preparing financial reports, maintaining cash flows, monitoring income and expenditure, reconciling the GL accounts, working with the finance team to ensure payables and payroll are processed in a timely manner with expectations of best practice. About you To be successful in the position you will be a motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills and a flexible approach. You will be a passionate individual and a belief in social change, you can work collaboratively in a team. You will have a passion for social justice and the rights of our First Nations people and will be highly motivated by making change. Key Selection Criteria Degree in Accounting and CA/CPA Qualified Hands on financial leadership experience in Not-for-Profit environment Demonstrated experience with excel and Accounting software packages Experience with Management of Payroll and Award interpretation Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a team Experience with Xero, Microkeeper, Hubdoc and Approval Max. Our recruitment process also requires you to compete a police check and hold a working with children's check. We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey... Please apply via seek by uploading your current resume and a cover letter which should tell us more about who you are, what you are passionate about, what interests you about the role and why you may be a good fit for Children's Ground and this position. The position description which can be found on our website. Applications close on Friday 8th November 2024 at 5pm. In line with our workforce development strategy, Children's Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager? Have you completed a qualification in accounting? Have you completed a certified practising accountant (CPA) qualification? #J-18808-Ljbffr