About the organisation
Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids who are living with disability, disadvantage or illness.
Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in.
About the role
Position Summary
Starting at an exciting time in Variety Victoria’s evolution, the Assistant Accountant will be an integral part of the team. COVID has provided Variety the opportunity to review direction and impact to optimise outcomes for children in need. With bold ambition, Variety will be growing its support to kids, amplifying our storytelling, and driving growth through innovative fundraising. Variety will be everywhere entertainment is enjoyed.
Reporting to the Head of Finance and Operations, the Assistant Accountant is a pivotal role at Variety- the Children’s Charity. It works both internally with Kids Support and Events teams and externally with Variety’s large and happy group of community fundraisers. Part of the Finance and Operations team, primary duties include accounts receivable, banking, database administration (including data entry and support to implement Variety’s new CRM).
Key Result Areas and Major Activities
Accounting and Reporting including
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Full function accounts receivable
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Managing accounts payable
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Preparation of BAS, PAYG and Payroll Tax
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Processing of payroll
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Supporting month end with journal posting and reconciliation
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Maintaining fixed asset register
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Financial reporting and analysis of all Variety’s activities including fundraising events to
support optimal impact and return on investment for kids in need
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Liaising with key stakeholders and clients
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Assisting Head of Finance with month end processes, budget, audit, and monthly management reports
Systems Support including
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Maintaining accurate records of all Variety Victoria members, supporters, relationships, and donors
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Establishing structure for data relating to events and kids support to enable easy analysis and reporting
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Delivering whole of organisation efficiency for Variety systems and processes
- Liaising with IT providers to resolve any issues.
Team involvement and organisation culture
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Actively embracing and demonstrating commitment to the organisational values
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Developing and maintaining supportive and collaborative relationships within and
between work teams
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As part of a nimble team, getting involved and assisting in activities as needed
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Helping build a strong supportive and productive team culture
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Tertiary qualified in finance or accounting
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CA/ CPA Qualified or working towards attaining
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1-2 years’ experience in similar role
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Sound knowledge of accounting concepts, financial reporting, management reporting
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Excellent communication skills
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Attention to detail and analytical skills
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Well-developed administration skills including electronic and paper filing processes
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Advance Excel and MS Office Skills.
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Great time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
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Ability to work as part of a busy team and be self-directed and self-motivated.
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Strong customer service focus.
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Outcomes focussed and achievement orientated.
Other requirements
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Current Victorian Driving Licence
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Current Working with Children’s Check
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Federal Criminal History Check
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Occasional out of office hours work may be required
Variety is a child safe organisations. All candidates will be required to undertake appropriate screening to ensure suitability for working with children. Please contact us on info@varietyvic.org.au or give us a call on 03 8698 3900 for more information and to share your experience and suitability for the role.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Assistant Accountant (0.8-1.0FTE negotiable) via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children
