About OPAN

OPAN is a national network of independent member organisations that give a voice to older people who are eligible or receiving aged care services. The network provides free, confidential, aged care advocacy, information and education to older Australians, their families or representatives. We are independent of the government and aged care providers.

OPAN, the national body, works with the government to influence aged care policy through systemic advocacy. The nine state and territory member organisations deliver advocacy services for older people across Australia. Our collective vision is of a society where older people are heard, informed and respected, and where they can enjoy and exercise their rights to live fulfilling lives.

OPAN is an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including all ages, cultures and genders.

About the Role

Reporting to the CEO, the Financial Officer is responsible for maintaining and enhancing financial controls and financial governance processes to ensure compliance with legislative, audit, and government/funder reporting and contract terms and conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contribute to the development of OPAN governance and risk management policies, procedures and processes in relation to finance functions
• Maintain and monitor against OPAN Board approved delegations
• Manage electronic funds transfer processes and payments to suppliers and subcontractors
• Submit quarterly ATO BAS returns and monthly PAYG instalments
• Maintain systems that enable appropriate adherence to good financial management practices, comply with accounting standards and mitigate key financial mismanagement risks
• Develop and maintain assets register in conjunction with OPAN Administrative Services Officer
• Manage payroll processes through electronic accounting systems with appropriate evidence, approvals and authorisations for payments
• Liaise with the bank as required and ensure appropriate controls are in place to reduce financial risk
• Monitor cash flow and term deposits to ensure OPAN is able to meet its current liabilities and maintains liquidity
• Prepare Recipient Created Tax Invoice for NACAP Service Delivery Organisation subcontractor payments
• Prepare annual OPAN secretariat, NACAP and project level budgets
• Process month’s end transactions and reconciliations
• Undertake general ledger, banking and accounts reconciliation
• Reconcile OPAN credit card receipts, expenditures and statements on a monthly basis
• Contribute to the implementation of processes that support transparency and value for money in purchasing and supply of services to OPAN
• Develop, schedule and provide information/evidence provision for the external audit plan and contribute to internal audit processes as required
• Create Service Delivery Organisation contracts and deed of variations as required
• Prepare and present reports to OPAN Finance, Audit and Risk Committee
• Other accounting functions as needed

About You (selection criteria)

• Prior Management Accounting experience ideally with not-for-profit experience
• 3+ years’ experience in financial analysis, project accounting or management accounting
• Proven process improvement experience
• Experience with Xero (essential)
• EzyBills & workplace salary packaging schemes (desirable)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse people
• Excellent organisational skills
• Service orientated
• High attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities
• CA/CPA Qualified

The successful applicant will hold or be able to obtain a current National Criminal Record Check.

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding opportunity that can make a difference to Australia’s older persons
• Ongoing training and learning opportunities
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits - $15,900 tax free

OPAN also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Visit opan.org.au to learn more about OPAN.

A position description is attached.