Finance Manager

The OrganisationWe are proud to partner with SEARMS, a registered National Regulatory System for Community Housing Providers (NRSCH) Aboriginal Community Housing provider (ACHP). SEARMS has served Aboriginal communities in regional NSW and the ACT since 2003, providing housing and tenancy management services to the Aboriginal Housing Officer and other Aboriginal organisations. SEARMS currently manage over 400 properties across their operating area, and in 2021 commenced small-scale residential development. The housing portfolios are complex – and SEARMS is always looking for opportunities to expand its service offerings to clients to assist in addressing the disadvantage experienced in health, education, and employment outcomes.This RoleThe permanent, full-time Finance Manager will be responsible for the organisation’s financial and management accounting, working closely with the wider SEARMS teams to deliver exceptional support and financial advice.Based in Batemans Bay, the ideal candidate will have strong financial accounts preparation and month end processing capabilities with experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll and accounts payable/receivable.Your main responsibilities will include:Oversee the accurate and timely processing of all accounts payable and receivable transactionsEnd of month accounting including journals and general ledger reconciliationsResponsible for the maintenance and integrity of the General Ledger and Project Accounting LedgerSupervision of Finance OfficersOversee fortnightly PayrollPreparation of Fringe Benefits schedules and ReturnAssist the CFO in preparing statutory lodgements including ATO and Community Housing regulatorsAssist the CFO in the preparation of the annual financial statementsAssist the CFO in managing the external AuditAssist the CFO preparation of month end reportsAssist the CFO with Project Accounting, Budgets and ForecastsAbout You3 years’ post graduate accounting experienceDemonstrated ability and willingness to lead and develop a small teamProfessional philosophy that aligns with the mission and values of SEARMSHighly developed computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office, accounting software and contemporary cloud based softwareBachelor Degree in Accountin Being fully Covid 19 vaccinated, holding a current driver's licence, Working with Children’s Check NSW and completing a criminal history check are required in this role.Position Description AUD Australia - ACT ACT Batemans Bay 2536