Cancer Council NSW is Australia’s leading cancer organisation and our vision is to change the path of cancer and make sure no one walks alone. We are dedicated to meaningful careers where you will not only change the lives and futures of people affected by cancer, but you will work in a multi-award awarding winning culturally connected environment.

About us

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia’s leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you’ll know that each day the work you’re doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.

Together, we will work towards our goal of a cancer free future, while at the same time encouraging you to get the most out of your life with a supportive environment anchored in flexibility, physical and mental wellbeing to bring out the best of what makes you uniquely you. CCNSW we’re here for meaningful careers that feel good.

About the team

The Manager of Financial Accounting and Compliance is a key member of the Finance team within the Finance, Strategy, & Operations (FSO) Division. The FSO Division supports CCNSW’s strategic ambition by enabling and facilitating the building of a future ready and sustainable organisation.

About the role

This role will be responsible for the financial accounting function at CCNSW including the preparation of accurate monthly and annual financial statements, cost effective procurement, financial compliance obligations, development and communication of best practice corporate services policies, training of key staff on financial systems and key controls, and driving business improvements. This role oversees the Financial Accounting team and directly manages five team members.

Key responsibilities of the role

Financial Monitoring & Reporting

• Preparation of accurate monthly financial results, within strict deadlines to enable effective financial management across CCNSW.
• Preparation and communication of the monthly cashflow statement to enable effective cashflow monitoring, organisational planning and Investment decisions.
• Daily management of CCNSW cash accounts. Ensuring cash is moved as and when required to maximise interest returns without compromising cashflow requirements.

Management of CCNSW Financial Accounting

• Manage and monitor the balance sheet, ensuring prompt follow up on any reconciliation items.
• Manage and monitor all debtors, ensuring invoices are followed up and paid promptly.
• Management of CCNSW external grant accounting, ensuring reporting and auditing requirements are satisfied in accordance with the specific grant conditions.
• Management and monitoring of the CCNSW asset register, ensuring all assets are depreciated in accordance with accounting standards, correct approval is sought for the purchase and disposal of assets and ensuring regular stocktaking occurs.
• Monitoring of the CCNSW inventory levels for Retail & Events, ensuring proper accounting policies are followed and any significant stocktake variances are investigated.
• Management and monitoring of the daily and monthly event income reconciliation process, ensuring all event income received; directly to the bank, via our many websites, or via a 3rd party trader, is reconciled to income recorded in the event income database.

Management of Cost Effective Procurement

• Provide leadership to business unit owners and managers on cost effective procurement to ensure purchasing decisions achieve the best value for money and the best outcomes for CCNSW.
• Identify, review & monitor high risk areas within the procurement process.
• Management of the purchasing and accounts payables functions, ensuring all expenditure is properly justified, approved, within budget and in accordance with CCNSW policies.

Management of Payroll Function

• Responsibility for the fortnightly payroll at CCNSW
• Accurate reconciliations of payroll data. Completion of EOFY payroll processes/reconciliation

Financial Statements & Reporting

• Management of the annual external audit process
• Preparation of the CCNSW statutory annual financial statements to obtain audit clearance and CFO, CEO, Audit Committee & Board approval.
• Provide advice on the impact of changes in Australian and International Accounting Standards, and the Corporations ACT 2001.

Management of CCNSW Financial Compliance Obligations

• Manage, review and approve the timely preparation and lodgment of the monthly BAS with the ATO, ensuring the correct treatment of GST in all transactions.
• Manage, review and approve the timely preparation and lodgment of the annual FBT return with the ATO, monitoring all CCNSW staff salary packaging and other fringe benefits to ensure CCNSW incurs no FBT liability.
• Work with the internal auditors to maintain critical internal controls and identify control weaknesses across CCNSW.
• Develop, regularly review and communicate finance and administration policies for all staff across NSW to ensure the best outcomes for CCNSW through; effective internal controls, accountability and transparency, equity and efficient streamlined processes.
• Provide leadership to CEO, CFO, Executive, and staff in fundraising roles to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991.
• Provide leadership to management and staff in fundraising roles on effective cash handling procedures. Includes training, and the monitoring & audit of all fundraising staff across NSW to ensure their compliance with the key strict policy & procedure.
• Manage the accounting system for, and reporting on the allocation of, ‘restricted use income’, to ensure transparent allocation of bequests and donors in accordance with donors’ specific requests.

Investment Portfolio

• Preparation of the monthly accounting journals for the investment portfolio
• Preparation of the monthly investment performance report, for all CCNSW investments, approx $100m, for presentation to the CFO, CEO, Investment Committee & Board.

Lead financial accounting team

• Foster a culture of accuracy, efficiency and continuous business improvement within the financial accounting team.

About you

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Business, Economics or similar
• CPA or CA qualification essential
• 10 + years post CPA qualifications in a medium / large sized organisation
• A highly-motivated individual with proven technical accounting skills
• Problem-solving, proactive, and can-do attitude
• Comfortable with technology and very adaptable to change
• Demonstrated ability to work to strict deadlines with competing priorities
• Demonstrated experience in preparation of monthly profit & loss reporting, including a matrix of operating units, within reporting deadlines.
• High level of verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with & influence at all levels within the organisation.
• Strong commercial focus.
• Sound knowledge of technical accounting principles
• Advanced Skills in Sharepoint, Accounting Software Packages, MS Excel & Office
• Demonstrated experience in managing a mixture of technical and non-technical staff.
• Demonstrated experience working with internal and external auditors and maintaining organisational internal controls

Desirable

• Previous exposure in a Not for Profit organisation.
• Experience in IBM Planning Analytics (TM1 OLAP tool).
• Experience in Technology One Business Financials which is the accounting platform in place.

About the benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award.
• Access to flexible work arrangements including a balanced approach to WFH and office.
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Financial Accounting and Compliance enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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There is no closing date for this position. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the advertisement will be removed once we find the right candidate.