ConnectGV is a values-led, not-for-profit NDIS provider serving the Goulburn Valley region. We offer a range of services for individuals with disabilities, including residential options, day programs, plan management, supported employment, and outreach services. Our commitment to quality service provision is unwavering, and we continuously strive to meet the unique needs of each individual we support. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our workplace culture, and we expect our team members to uphold our values in their interactions with all stakeholders.

At ConnectGV, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the community. We offer opportunities for professional development, a positive work environment, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change. If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and align with our values of high standards, transparency, collaboration, and leadership, we want to hear from you!

The Role

As the Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in our Finance and Corporate Services division, overseeing end-to-end finance functions including month-end reporting, payroll management, accounts payable and receivable, debtor management, and general finance administration. You'll also support corporate services areas such as security, waste, building maintenance, asset management, and fleet management. Your expertise will ensure we deliver exceptional service to our internal and external stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities include leading accurate, confidential, and customer-focused payroll services, managing end-to-end finance functions such as posting journals, general ledger reconciliation, and financial submissions, liaising with financial institutions to oversee investments, petty cash, and cash flow. You will also be responsible for preparing and submitting statutory returns to ensure compliance with BAS, PAYG, FBT, and grants acquittals, assisting with audits, maintaining the fixed assets register, and overseeing accounts receivable and payable. Additionally, you'll support the NDIS team with processing and reconciling funding, and provide essential financial administration and corporate service support, contributing to the development of policies and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess a tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance or equivalent, along with certification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or be near completion. You will have at least two years of experience in a finance operations role, with desirable experience in the not-for-profit and/or community sector (but not essential).

Candidates should demonstrate awareness of the disability and not-for-profit sectors, and proficiency across operational finance areas including payroll administration, accounts receivable, accounts payable, debtor management, finance administration, reporting, and analysis. They should possess knowledge of payroll services and legislative requirements, including award-based payroll systems. Strong IT proficiency, encompassing payroll and workplace systems (such as QuickBooks, Attaché, EmpLive) and the Microsoft suite, is essential. Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, analytical abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively with a high level of diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality are also required.

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to comply with ConnectGV's security screening process, which includes providing a NDIS Worker Screening Check, a National Police Check and a Working with Children check.

To Apply

Please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria as listed on the Position Description attached.

Contact: Ramesha Jayasuriya, Financial Controller/Manager of Corporate Services on (03) 5821 2466 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Accountant - Shepparton enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note that ConnectGV may choose to interview candidates prior to the application closing date.

A position description is attached.