The position supports the Finance Manager in delivering strong professional support to the Congregation Leadership Team / Trustees and other stakeholders. This is a Part time role, working between 3 - 4 days per week, this role requires work in the office on site at Nudgee, this role does not offer work from home options.

In this role you will:

Ensure accounts payable data entry is processed accurately and within approved timelines.

Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs in line with company payment schedules and vendor terms.

Accounts receivable and reconciliations.

Ensure general ledger and bank reconciliations are completed accurately and within policy guidelines.

Assist with Payroll processing.

Reconcile and process Credit Cards.

Ensure the integrity of vendor master file by regularly reviewing, updating and reconciling supplier records.

Assist with end of month tasks in line with the End of Month (EOM) Reporting timeframe and assist with EOM Reporting.

Assist in the preparation of Business Activity Statements (BAS).

Participate in the collection of financial and accounting information, as required.

Maintain accurate records for audit purposes and assist with the Year-End Audit.

In consultation with the Finance Manager, provide support and assistance as required to the Congregation Leadership Team/Trustees, General Manager, Division Managers and other key stakeholders.

You will bring:

Demonstrated experience in a high-volume Accounts Payable role with strong attention to detail and accurate data entry.

Demonstrated experience in Bank Reconciliations and End of Month processes.

Well-developed communication and relationship management skills, demonstrating high standards of professional behaviour when dealing with key stakeholders, including staff, clients and suppliers.

Demonstrated organisation and time management skills and the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work unsupervised and as part of a team.

Demonstrated understanding of GST compliance.

Demonstrated understanding of Accrual Accounting principles with practical experience.

High level computing skills, including experience in integrated finance systems and proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook.

Integrity and sensitivity to issues of privacy and confidentiality and an ethical approach to decision making.

About us

The Brisbane Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy is a group of Catholic women religious founded in Brisbane in 1861. The Sisters draw their inspiration from Catherine McAuley who founded the Sisters of Mercy in Ireland in 1831 and Mother Vincent (Ellen) Whitty who founded the Brisbane Congregation. Together with their partners in Ministry the Sisters have and continue to respond to the needs of those experiencing poverty, disadvantage and exclusion through a commitment to mercy, justice and compassion.

Congregation Office staff provide services and support to the Congregation Leadership Team in its leadership and trusteeship of the Congregation and its stewardship of the Sisters of Mercy resources. The responsibilities and accountabilities of all roles are underpinned by Gospel values and Catholic traditions, the vision, mission and ethos of the Sisters of Mercy, Brisbane and Congregation Leadership Team approved plans, policies, procedures and practices.

Please submit a current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you would like to work with us. Please apply through the apply now function in this ad.

Applications close Monday, 7th July 2025.