Organisation : Amaze
Location : Australia, Melbourne (Carlton )
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Engagement, Community Support Services
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 2 Aug, 2019
About the organisation
Amaze Social Impact, Purpose and Strategic Directions Our Social Impact: Amaze aims for a society that i) respects the dignity of every person on the autism spectrum and ii) offers each of them opportunities for meaningful participation and to make a valued contribution.
Our Purpose: We build awareness and understanding of autism. We develop community capacity by working with others to help them value and support people on the autism spectrum and their families.
Outcomes to be achieved by 2040: 1) Community awareness and understanding of autism in Victoria increases over time; 2) Attitudes and behaviours towards people on the autism spectrum by the Victorian community (government, private and social sectors) improves over time; 3) Opportunities for meaningful participation and a valued contribution increase for people on the autism spectrum.
Strategic Activities: Build awareness and increase understanding of autism through media activity to promote facts and dispel myths, World Autism Awareness Day, provision of information and resources. Advocate for positive change through quality, evidence based advice to governments and other organisations on critical issues for autistic people including early identification and assessment, NDIS, education, employment, mental health, women & girls. Community engagement and capacity building through consultation with the autism community, improving knowledge, skills and capability of individuals and private, public and social organisations.
About the role
Reporting to the Finance & Operations Manager, this is a key role in the Finance & Operations team, providing support within the department and to the operating business units across the organisation. Possessing demonstrated experience in a dedicated finance position, a mature and professional approach to work, along with the ability to learn new tasks quickly, will make you a valuable member of this organisation.
The role will include (but is not limited to): accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, and payroll and month end responsibilities.
The Program:
Amaze’s Finance & Operations Team is responsible for strategic development and management oversight of all finance management and reporting and corporate services of Amaze to ensure effective and efficient use of human and financial resources to achieve the outcomes and KPI’s of Amaze’s Strategic Plan.
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Certificate IV, Diploma or Degree in Accounting or equivalent
- Min 5 years’ experience working in a not-for-profit environment or in a similar role.
- Ability to reconcile General Ledger accounts and sub-ledgers to the General Ledger.
- Ability to reconcile bank accounts using MYOB.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Ability to work as part of a team and provide support and guidance in a positive manner.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Be able to develop strong relationships and engage with others and be able to communicate with a wide range of people internal and external to the organisation.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Finance Officer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Engagement, #Community_Support_Services
