ABOUT US

Basic Rights Queensland (BRQ) provides information, advice, advocacy and representation in relation to social security, disability discrimination and women’s employment. We partner with communities and services across QLD to enable people to understand their rights, have access to specialist support and create a fairer QLD .

BRQ has recently undergone rapid expansion, is financially stable and fully staffed with skilled and passionate workers.

Our Vision: Knowing your rights and having the power to act.

OUR PURPOSE

• Providing holistic legal services, support, education and advocacy.
• Upholding and advancing rights to social security, freedom from discrimination and justice in the workplace.
• Advocating fair and just outcomes for Queenslanders most in need.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Finance and Corporate Services Officer is responsible for financial management, contract management and continuous improvement, corporate governance, high level HR and ICT administration.

The position is a leadership role within the organisation and works with the CEO and administrative team to ensure the efficient delivery of financial and corporate services across the organisation.

BRQ offers flexible workplace arrangements, generous renumeration and conditions and a supportive work culture.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting or equivalent with knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and demonstrated high level of experience performing a range of accounting and bookkeeping functions, including (but not limited to) accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial management/bookkeeping tasks including reporting with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience providing project management, administration, and related support tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills including the ability to analyse, interpret and report on financial information, trends and issues.
• Experience in developing budgets.
• Good communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, and foster teamwork and collaboration across an organisation.
• Well-developed written skills and ability to prepare quality reports and recommendations and communicate technical information in an easily understood manner.
• Strong business ethics and confidentiality.
• High level of proficiency in MYOB and Microsoft Office software, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel and a good working knowledge of IT systems and processes.

WHY CHOOSE BRQ?

• Generous Enterprise Agreement based on the SCHADS Award with above award conditions including two weeks additional paid leave for closure over the Christmas/New Year, salary packaging, additional superannuation and TOIL/Flex provisions.
• Brisbane city location very close to Central Station.
• Partial Work from home and flexible work hours available.
• Tax Free Salary Sacrifice of $16,500 pa.
• Supportive team culture and values-based environment

To submit your application, click 'Apply Now'.

To discuss the role please contact the Basic Rights Qld CEO, Kara Cook - [email protected] using the subject line: Finance and Corporate Services Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.