Administration Officer – Join Our Mission to Support Youth in Crisis
Location: Geraldton, Western Australia
Employment Type: Part-Time 20-24 hours
Classification: Crisis Accommodation Level 2 – SCHADS Award

About Us
Short Term Accommodation for Youth (STAY) is a not-for-profit organisation providing vital crisis and transitional accommodation to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Geraldton. Guided by our values of Kindness, Acceptance, Commitment, Hope, Growth, and Success, we aim to empower young people by providing safe accommodation and wrap-around support in a trauma-informed and culturally inclusive environment.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Administration Officer to join our small, passionate team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth financial and administrative operations of STAY. You will be responsible for managing financial transactions, reporting, payroll, grant acquittals, and supporting compliance requirements – all while contributing to a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage financial processes including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, reconciliations, BAS, GST, and financial reporting

· Prepare financial documentation for audits, grant acquittals, and funding submissions

· Support budget planning and assist with funding applications

· Maintain STAY’s asset register, records, and administrative systems

· Provide administrative support to the Agency Manager and Management Committee

· Ensure confidentiality and compliance across all financial and operational tasks

About You
You will be a skilled and self-motivated professional with a strong background in financial administration or bookkeeping. You enjoy working in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation and bring initiative, attention to detail, and sound judgment to your work. You’re comfortable managing multiple responsibilities and have a genuine commitment to supporting the wellbeing of young people. If you possess these attributes then you are who we are looking for.

Essential Requirements

· Qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting or equivalent experience

· Proven administrative and financial management experience

· High-level proficiency in accounting systems and MYOB

· Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

· Current WA Driver’s Licence

· Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate

Desirable

· Experience with grant acquittals and audit preparation

· Familiarity with not-for-profit or community service environments

Why Join STAY?

· Be part of a values-driven, community-focused organisation

· Help make a tangible difference in the lives of young people

· Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment

· Flexible hours and role structure negotiable

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to [email protected] by 28th July 2025.

For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the full position description, please contact Lynette Amai, Agency Manager, on PH: 0404084358 or email [email protected]