About us

Kambu Health stands as a proud community-controlled, not-for-profit organisation that has been a pillar of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing across the Ipswich and West Moreton region since 1973. Established in response to the urgent need for equitable, accessible, and culturally safe healthcare services. Over the decades, we have evolved into a trusted provider of health and community services while remaining deeply connected to the cultural values, traditions, and aspirations of the community we serve. Today, Kambu Health employs over 100 dedicated staff, offering a comprehensive range of integrated services, including primary, allied and specialist health services, early childhood education and family support programs, across multiple clinics and community centres.

Our work is firmly rooted in our commitment to promoting cultural authority, enhancing community wellbeing, and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you are interest in creating pathways for families to access the health, social, and educational services in a seamless, holistic manner that honours their cultural heritage and strengthens future generations, then Kambu Health is for you.

Values

Cultural Authority
We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, empowering individuals, and families to embrace their cultural identity in every aspect of care. We believe and action self-determination through choice, and holistic service practices.

Child-Centric
We prioritize children’s needs and well-being by integrating physical, emotional, and cultural dimensions into our services.

Accessibility and Inclusivity
We ensure fair access to services for all families, especially marginalised groups, through a "no-wrong-door" approach.

Collaboration and Excellence
We foster partnerships to enhance care delivery, striving for higher standards and continuous improvement in service quality.

Respect and Confidential Practices
We respect our community, clients and stakeholders maintaining confidentiality to build and maintain trust.

About the role

• $110 000.00 per annum (plus statutory superannuation and leave loading)
• Full-Time Fixed-Term

Kambu Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our team.

As the Senior Finance Officer, you will be responsible for

• Providing quality financial management information and facilitating the understanding, implementation and ongoing management of accounting and financial compliance requirements
• A strong background in finance with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, specifically in month-end financial preparation
• A strong advocate for continuous improvement and a team leader determined to support business progression
• Play a key role in providing day-to-day support for operational areas and covering compliance matters

About the successful applicant

• 5-years’ experience is a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
• CPA or CA qualified
• Significant experience in month-end financial results preparation, including journal entries & monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, employee provisions, and revenue recognition.
• Undertakes trend analysis and assists in preparing financial reports.
• Prepares weekly cashflow reports
• Experience in preparing and reconciling BAS, PAYG & Superannuation returns. (Leave and Salary Packaging an advantage)
• Hands on experience in processing payroll
• Day-to-day supervision of the Finance Officer including review and approval of their work
• Strong attention to detail
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
• Initial contact with operational personnel for day-to-day matters
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as MYOB Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle NetSuite or similar
• Familiarity with Employment Hero an advantage
• Knowledge of grant funding and acquittals within an NGO setting an advantage

What we offer

Kambu Health embraces equal employment opportunities and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Benefits we offer to our employees:

• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Four (4) weeks annual leave
• Annual Christmas closure for all Kambu Health employees, with an additional two (2) gifted annual leave days
• Non-Taxable Fringe Benefits salary packaging options amounting to $15,886 per annum
• Uniform Provided
• Paid Mandatory Training, Disclosure Training, CPR and First Aid
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for both internal and external career growth, including professional development and networking events
• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs
• Opportunities to attend community and staff events throughout the year.

We strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our mission of serving the community's health needs.

Applications

You should provide a resume and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria listed within the advertisement in your application. Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples encouraged to apply.

Contact

• Human Resources
• E: [email protected]
• T: 0439 273 603
• Applications close: 2 weeks after the listing date

Find out more about working at Kambu Health at www.kambuhealth.com.au

Kambu Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity