Join us on a Transformational Journey at UnitingCare

UnitingCare is embarking on an exciting transformation to unify our finance systems —enhancing the way we support the people and communities we serve. To ensure the success of this strategic initiative, we’re offering a number of brand-new, 2-year, maximum term contract roles to help maintain and strengthen our core business-as-usual (BAU) operations during this pivotal time.

In this role, as Assistant Accountant, you will support to the Aged Care and Community Services (ACCS) finance team through efficient and effective delivery of your allocated financial accounting activity functions in alignment with business strategy and direction.

The team covers Community and Residentially based financial activity and while you will develop a focus in these two areas, you will gain exposure to the breadth of the portfolio. You will be encouraged to challenge current processes and propose solutions, whilst working in a highly collaborative manner with cross functional teams.

Please note, this is a 2-year, maximum term contract position, with the potential for extension. Flexibility is important to us, and we know it is to you, too - this role supports hybrid working.

Your part in our UnitingCare team:

Undertake month end close processes and provide general ledger account analysis, reconciliation and verification activities as required.

Prepare Balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances and assist with the BAS and annual Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) return.

Assist with preparation of financial reports for the organisation in accordance with relevant regulations, standards and contractual obligations.

Strong reconciliation skills covering historical Customer statements Collaborate with other Finance teams and diverse stakeholders where responsibilities are shared and foster positive and proactive working relationships.

Assist with internal and external audit activity as required.

Maintain key internal and external stakeholder relationships through effective communication and undertake project work as it arises.

What makes a difference for us?

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business or related field, ideally with a CAANZ/CPA or similar membership (or studying towards).

Intermediate Excel capabilities, ideally with knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and intermediate PowerBI and PowerQuery capabilities, with a high attention to detail and proven accuracy.

Proven ability to apply planning, coordination and time management skills to projects and keep to project and business deadlines.

Previous experience of working within the Not-For-Profit, Health or Community Services Sector will be highly regarded.

Sound communication reasoning and stakeholder management skills, verbal and written skills and ability to communicate with non-financial stakeholder.

What makes a difference for you?

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years. Joining our team, you’ll be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. We’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital.

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained

A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program.

Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme.

Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.

Child safe, Child friendly

UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children, implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.