• Employment Basis: Part-Time, pro rata (0.6FTE), 3 days per week
• Contract Terms: 6-month maternity leave contract, with potential for ongoing opportunity
• Salary: $95,000 FTE ($57,000 pro rata) + super + attractive salary packaging available
• Location: Hybrid - WFH and Collingwood office

SUMMARY OF ROLE

Overseeing the finance functions of HoMie, the Finance Manager will play a significant role in the business operations. Key responsibilities include the preparation of monthly reports for key stakeholders and internal use, budgeting and forecasting particularly for our retail operations, and assisting staff with day-to-day finance matters. The Manager will work closely with the CEO and in conjunction with other team members as well as an external bookkeeper to improve the overall finance function of HoMie.

ABOUT HOMIE

HoMie is a streetwear clothing social enterprise that uses 100% of its profits to provide brand-new clothing, training and job opportunities to young people affected by homelessness or hardship.

Through our two social impact programs, The HoMie Pathway Alliance and VIP Program, HoMie supports young people affected by homelessness or hardship to equip them with skills, confidence and experiences to be more work-ready and better prepared for their future. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, social enterprise environment with a positive work culture. We are a forward-thinking, innovative organisation at an exciting point in our growth. We are flexible and supportive, so if you have a great idea, we will do whatever we can to make it happen.

At HoMie, our goal is to create a team that reflects the diverse community of Melbourne. We continually seek to employ people of any gender, religion, sexual orientation, disabilities, Aboriginal Australians and varied cultural backgrounds. We understand that a diverse team is a strong team, and ensure that cultural differences are heard and explored in our space.

HoMie strives to maintain a culturally competent and inclusive workplace where all people are safe and supported. All staff partake in regular cultural competence training as part of their professional development plans, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to ongoing learning, understanding and action.

POSITION SUMMARY

Financial Management and Modelling:

• Preparing and recommending HoMie’s annual budget and cash flow forecast to the Board and supporting senior staff to prepare and monitor their budgets on a monthly basis
• Review monthly management reports from external bookkeepers/accountants and communicate these to staff, senior management, the Board and subcommittees
• Working with our external bookkeepers and accountants regarding bookkeeping duties, including wages, reconciliations and approving AP on a weekly basis
• Overseeing high-level banking matters and managing working capital

Compliance, Risk & Governance:

• Overseeing the preparation of the annual Special Purpose Financial Report in accordance with accounting standards
• Overseeing the annual audit, including providing information and resolving queries with our independent auditor
• Preparing and filing the Annual Information Statement to the ACNC in accordance with ACNC requirements
• Working with external bookkeepers to oversee the preparation and filing of Superannuation, BAS and IAS statements and any other statutory compliance documents
• Monitoring HoMie’s financial governance and risk mitigation measures and communicating these to the Risk and Audit Subcommittee

Donors & Grants:

• Supporting senior staff in the preparation of timely financial acquittals to donors in alignment with donor agreements and expectations
• Monitoring and tracking grant funding expenditure to ensure this complies with requirements

Financial Upskilling & Support:

• Upskilling and coaching senior staff and strengthening the financial literacy of the organisation
• Being the general financial in-house contact for staff, Board and bookkeeper queries

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA/CA)
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, XERO
• Outstanding numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, non-profit environment and/or retail environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and sensitively to people from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team operating in a complex environment.

OUR VALUES

Impact Led • Respect • Innovation • Authenticity

HOW TO APPLY

We're hoping to make a speedy appointment and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis - so please submit your resume and cover letter ASAP!