The Health and Community Services Union (HACSU) represents the interests of workers in the disability, mental health and alcohol & other drugs sectors across Vic.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and dynamic individual providing administrative.

You will be working in a fast paced environment with a variety of duties including:

• Working with MYOB
• Preparation and Develop Budget Reports and Balance Sheets
• Completion of Pay Roll when required
• Assist Finance Manager to prepare accounts for auditors pertaining to end of year financials and audit process
• General admin duties providing support to the union executive and union organisers
• Preparation and agendas for Committee meetings, including Branch Committee of Management (including the provision of time release letters)
• Assistance in organisation of conferences, training and AGM
• Liaising with external third parties

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who feels strongly about providing equity and fairness in workplaces. While experience in the trade movement is not a requirement of the role, it is essential that the successful can demonstrate their commitment to the values of the Trade Union Movement.

HASCU recognises the importance of long term staff and the need for genuine career progression and opportunities.

Key Selection Criteria

• Have strong Union values
• Demonstrated ability to action the directions and requests from Executive, Finance Manager and Organisers.
• Demonstrated efficiency in completing activities within agreed timeframes
• Demonstrated capability and flexibility in responding to the demands of the position.
• Experience with an electronic financial information management systems, filing systems and procedures. Computer and software proficiency in MYOB Account Plus V18, Data Base applications, CBA Quickline – Bank Online Software, and Microsoft Office products
• Proven experience in providing accounting practices, advice and support, including information analysis and budgeting.
• Record of trusted relationships regarding security and privacy of the organisations financial and payroll information.
• Strong multi-tasking and organisational skills and to work independently, prioritise work and to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and in close partnerships, as well as independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, discretion and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a wide range of people (including Union officials, staff, government, media, delegates and members).

Salary:

HACSU provides an attractive salary and conditions, commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience

A position description is attached.