Finance & Administration Officer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Finance & Administration Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the business

The Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) offers a free, confidential and state-wide service to older people, or their representatives, who are:

• Consumers or potential consumers of community based aged care services including community aged care packages;
• Living in a Retirement Village;
• Consumers or potential consumers of services in Australian Government subsidised aged care facilities; or
• At risk of, or experiencing, abuse by someone they should be able to trust.

ARAS provides advocacy assistance to support older people to uphold their rights and their responsibilities.

ARAS is the South Australian component of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program.

The ARAS website provides more information about the range of work that ARAS undertakes, including advocacy, information and education sessions.

Applicants must clearly address the requirements of the person specification in their application.

Applications can be addressed to Marie Davis, Human Resources Manager, Aged Rights Advocacy Service.

Applications close on 31st July 2018, late applications will not be considered.

For further information, please visit our website www.sa.agedrights.asn.au or call 08 8232 5377.

Job tasks and responsibilities

The purpose of this role is to support the organisation by undertaking assigned Finance, Human Resources and general administration tasks in accordance with the organisation's internal processes, procedures and policies.

As part of a small team in an evolving organisation, Finance Officer is a pivotal role in the office and in the organisation's operations.

ARAS operates in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment which requires flexibility, adaptability, initiative as well as excellent organisation and problem‐solving skills.

The Executive Assistant/Office Coordinator works with the CEO, Senior Managers and team members, as well as a broad range of stakeholders including Board members, Government representatives and departments, other Advocacy services, external businesses, and other state and national organisations.

A full position description is available on our website www.sa.agedrights.asn.au

Person Specification

Qualifications/Skills

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce is essential.
• 7-10 years experience in a similar role.

Knowledge and experience

• High level competency in utilising a variety of technology, particularly finance systems, and specifically Xero, as well as mobile devices and computers, proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook and database systems.
• An analytical mindset with great problem solving abilities.
• Ability to set priorities, plan and organise work to efficiently and effectively complete tasks within set timeframe.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate confidently with a diverse range of people.
• Demonstrates a high-level understanding of various Quality Frameworks.
• Previous experience or understanding of the not‐for‐profit sector.
• Demonstrated understanding and competence in managing the IT requirements of a small organisation.
• Experience in financial management such as purchasing, invoicing, reimbursements and budget management.
• Experience developing and implementing organisational systems and processes and an understanding of the challenges that face small organisations
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and self-­‐management skills and proven capacity to work in a small team within a fluid and dynamic environment with limited supervision.
• Strong team player within a diverse environment.
• High level organisational skills and the ability to multi‐task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Sound analytical skills and an ability to work with discretion.

Specific employment requirements

• Satisfactory National Police Clearance required (must be less than 12 months old at time of joining).
• Work outside of normal office hours may be required from time to time.
• Current driving licence and willingness to drive for work purposes.
• Travel may be required within South Australia and interstate.

Job benefits and perks

Salary Sacrifice benefits

Not for Profit Organisation

SCHADS Level 4