The Big Issue Australia

The Big Issue Australia is an independent not for profit organisation that develops and operates a number of social enterprises providing opportunities for those experiencing homelessness and disadvantage to positively change their lives.

We are an agent for social change, using entrepreneurial practices and sound business strategy to promote social inclusion and alleviate poverty in Australia. Our innovative programs and services focus on helping people who are socially disadvantaged, and may otherwise slip through the cracks, to build confidence and the capacity to help themselves.

This is achieved by using various mechanisms to connect people with the community, such as the Street Magazine Enterprise, the Community Street Soccer Program (Street Soccer), the Women's Workforce Enterprise and The Big Issue Classroom.

Purpose of role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance and Payroll Officer to support the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant financial operations across The Big Issue and Homes for Homes. This role is a 12 month fixed term contract role with a potential to become ongoing.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for the day-to-day transactional finance functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, bank reconciliations, fixed assets and support for month-end and year-end processes. The role plays a critical part in ensuring financial integrity, strong internal controls and high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

The Finance and Payroll Officer will work closely with the Finance team, HR, managers across the organisation and external providers to ensure smooth financial operations. The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive and committed to continuous improvement, with a strong alignment to the mission and values of The Big Issue.

Key responsibilities

We require a driven and self-motivated person with an enthusiastic and positive approach, keen to take responsibility across the following objectives:

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable:

• Process Accounts Payable invoices in NetSuite, including fortnightly payment runs and authorisation processes
• Process Accounts Receivable transactions, including uploading daily sales and creating invoices for internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor, follow up and manage overdue debtors in a timely manner

Payroll and employee payments:

• Process fortnightly payroll, including leave, allowances and Single Touch Payroll (STP) submissions
• Maintain employee profiles in the payroll system, including updates to employee details, remuneration and award rates
• Assist with payroll-related calculations including but not limited to long service leave, termination payments and other ad hoc requests
• Manage superannuation obligations, including lodgements and payments

Banking and reconciliations:

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations as required

Month-end, year-end and audit support:

• Assist with end-of-month financial processes, including journals and reconciliations
• Assist with end-of-financial-year tasks and annual audits, including preparation of supporting documentation

Fixed assets management:

• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Perform monthly fixed asset reconciliations and prepare depreciation journals

Systems, processes and continuous improvement:

• Provide proactive advice and support for system and process improvements

• Support effective use of finance systems to ensure data accuracy and efficiency

Stakeholder support and service delivery:

• Provide high levels of internal and external customer service

• Build positive working relationships with stakeholders across the organisation

Other responsibilities:

• Assist with the facilities and administration activities of the head office
• Assist the HR Advisor with onboarding and other processes when required
• Other duties as required as directed by the manager.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in accounting, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of accounting or finance experience, with a minimum 1 year in Payroll
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced Excel proficiency

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Experience using NetSuite and payroll systems
• Experience in a not-for-profit or multi-entity environment

Style

All positions at The Big Issue are designed to meet the company's goals. To achieve these goals, we need people who:

• Communicate
• Support
• Commit
• Lead
• Motivate
• Perform
• Adapt

Other information

Out of hours duties may be required

Relevant websites

www.thebigissue.org.au