We are a warm and inclusive Children's Centre comprising community-based childcare & Department for Education Preschool, committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care. We are currently seeking an experienced Finance Officer/Administrator to join our dedicated team on a part-time basis, three days per week. This role will be in line with Clerks-Private Sector Award 2020 Level 5

The successful candidate will be responsible for administrative leadership with key financial responsibilities. They will have the ability to manage their time effectively between bookkeeping, administration duties & responding to parent enquiries.

There will be a supportive induction & training process to enable you to learn our systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage day-to-day financial operations using MYOB and Microsoft Excel

· Administer and reconcile Child Care Subsidy (CCS) payments and reporting

· Answering & directing telephone calls

· Process child care and preschool enrolments using approved systems

· Process accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliations

· processing superannuation & payroll tax

· preparation of quarterly BAS

· lodgement of monthly superannuation

· Maintain accurate financial records and assist with budget preparation

· preparing financial reports and reporting these at monthly Management Committee meetings

· Provide administrative support to the Director and Management Committee

· Ensure compliance with relevant financial and regulatory requirements

· Maintain HR records, certifications & training documentation

Essential Criteria:

· Demonstrated experience in financial administration, preferably in a child care or not-for-profit setting

· Minimum of 3-5 years of financial administration experience required

· Proficiency in MYOB and Microsoft Excel

· General bookkeeping level proficiency in MYOB required

· Strong organisational and communication skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

· Australian work authorisation required for this position

Desirable Attributes:

· Sound understanding of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) system

· Experience using the ATO portal

Desirable Qualifications:

· Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping, Frontline Office Management, or related field

Application Process:

Please submit a detailed application via SEEK outlining your relevant experience and qualifications .

Include the names and contact details of at least two professional referees.

Applications close: 5pm 30/9/25

Interviews will be conducted 14/10/25

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.