The SDA Newcastle and Northern Branch covers the NSW Central Coast, Newcastle, and Hunter Valley regions. As Australia’s largest private-sector trade Union, we have more than 13,000 members in the Newcastle & Northern Branch, and over 200,000 members nationwide. We represent workers in the retail, fast food, pharmacy and warehouse industries. Approximately half of our members are young people under the age of 25 years.

About the Role:

This is a part-time 2 days per week position that reports to the Director of Support Services and is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, as well as managing accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.

Responsibilities:

End-to-end payroll processing, including calculating wages, deductions, superannuation, and leave entitlements.

Maintaining payroll records and ensuring compliance with employment laws and tax regulations.

Managing accounts payable: processing invoices, reconciling statements, and preparing payments.

Managing accounts receivable: issuing invoices, monitoring outstanding payments, and following up on overdue accounts.

Handling confidential and time-sensitive financial information with discretion and accuracy.

Responding to employee and vendor inquiries and resolving discrepancies.

Preparing regular financial reports and assisting with audits as required.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

Proven experience in similar positions/bookkeeping

Proficient in MYOB functions.

Proficient in MS Office suite.

Previous experience with Salesforce CRM System (desirable but not essential).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Time management skills and the ability to multi-task.

If you have any queries in relation to this position, please contact Amanda Jorgensen on [email protected] or 02 4961 4694.

Applications close 11.59pm Friday 15th August 2025