Northern Rivers Housing (NRH), formally North Coast Community Housing (NCCH), is a well-respected not-for-profit organisation providing quality, long term and affordable housing in northern New South Wales since 1984. We manage close to 1,000 properties from our offices in Lismore, Grafton and Tweed Heads. We believe that everyone has the right to live in safe, comfortable and affordable housing and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative housing services.

Our Values:

We are committed to our values, our people and our culture:

We help people home: Home is at our core. We build trust through transparency, uphold the highest standards in every action, and consistently deliver on our promises.

We embrace the challenge: Innovation drives us. We actively explore new horizons, embrace bold ideas, and redefine norms. With creativity as our catalyst, we transform visionary concepts into practical, impactful realities.

We build with heart and balance: We meet people where they are, striving to provide equitable housing outcomes and foster a balanced, inclusive environment that respects the diverse needs and histories of all individuals.

We strive for better: We are committed to continuous improvement, learning from the past to shape a safer and more effective future. We aim to become a benchmark in the Northern Rivers region and beyond by embedding safety and excellence in all aspects of our business.

We are sustainable beyond any individual or building: We are committed to making conscious, impactful decisions that ensure the sustainability of our operations, the housing industry and contribute positively to the well-being of the environment and community. We aim for a lasting legacy that transcends individuals and benefits society

Our Benefits:

Remuneration: competitive salaries, above award wages. We also offer salary packaging which may include up to $15,900 tax-free pay per year.

Learning and development: ongoing professional development including targeted opportunities, career plans and support such as achieving formal qualifications, networking, internal promotions, reflective practice and succession planning.

Leave: enhanced leave provisions between Christmas and New Year.

Flexibility: flexible and supportive working environment including family friendly working hours. We give you autonomy to work with your manager and team to choose where you do your best work whether that’s office-based, hybrid or remote.

Safety and Wellbeing: we believe it’s important to create a happy, healthy work environment where one can leave at the end of the day and look forward to returning the next. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provides a free and confidential counselling service with local providers and 24/7 support.

About the role:

As part of a supportive and focused team, the Finance Officer will support the finance team in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of and reporting for accounts payable and payroll. Reporting directly to the Senior Accountant, this role will be responsible for processing supplier and Council payments, payroll, raising accounts receivable invoices, tenant bond lodgement, trial balance and credit card reconciliations and periodic reporting. The role also involves maintaining accurate records within our software systems and compliance with external system use such as Centrepay.

This Hybrid role will be based at our Lismore Head Office with the option to work from home 1 days per week.

About you:

Prior experience in an similar role

Relevant qualification – Cert IV Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting, or similar

Critical thinking and problem‐solving skills with a deadline-driven mindset and attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal and relationship building skills

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Demonstrate personal accountability, and a proven ability to achieve outcomes

Hold a current NSW drivers’ licence

Other experience, knowledge and skills we would like you to have:

Experience in the use of Greentree, or an MYOB based accounting system

Basic knowledge and experience with MS Excel

Further information about the role, including a position description can be found at: https://www.nrh.org.au/about-us/work-with-nrh/. Otherwise, for a confidential discussion contact Cody Harrington, HR Advisor on 0490 051 210 or email [email protected]

What we offer:

We offer ongoing professional development, a flexible and supportive working environment, employee assistance program, salary packaging and above award wages.

Register your interest now by submitting a cover letter and your resume and make a direct and positive impact on the local community, working within an organisation that values your professional contributions and personal well-being.

We will shortlist suitable applicants as they apply. Please apply promptly if you wish to be considered for this role.

Northern Rivers Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We collaborate with our local Aboriginal community and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Thank you in advance for your application. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.