About AHL

AHL is a not-for-profit Commonwealth company dedicated to providing culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. AHL’s vision is to improve the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people. – since 1973, AHL has been committed to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people through a national network of over 40 hostels across Australia.

The key duties of the position include:

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two key finance professionals—a Finance Reporting Officer and a Credit Control Officer—to join our dynamic finance team by leading the preparation of management accounting performance reports and optimising the end-to-end management of trade debtors.

Finance Reporting Officer

This pivotal role drives preparation of financial and committee papers for the AHL Board and committees, enabling informed, strategic decision-making. You will compile and distribute critical management accounting reports that empower internal and external stakeholders to successfully fulfill their financial and compliance obligations. Beyond reporting, the role assists with core financial operations, including corporate budgeting and forecasting, the strategic investment of surplus operating funds, and the continuous optimisation of financial systems.

Debtor Management and Credit Control Officer

This role is pivotal in proactively managing debt collection and the recovery of overdue accounts. You will act as a primary point of contact, communicating daily with organisational debtors and collaborating closely with operational staff to resolve outstanding balances. In addition to delivering regular debt and aging reports to management and operations,



the position is responsible for compiling weekly and monthly occupancy performance reports to keep internal stakeholders informed on hostel operations nationwide.

For further information about the role and how to apply, visit the AHL website. Work with us | Aboriginal Hostels Limited

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply, applicants must be Australian Citizens or have already lodged an application for Australian Citizenship.

Prior to engagement the successful applicants will be required to:

- provide an Australian Citizenship document (e.g. birth certificate or passport);
- undergo a satisfactory National Criminal History Check;
- meet the fitness for duty requirements.

For new APS employees, a six-month probationary period will apply.

Notes

How to apply

- Upload and complete the application form, available from our website Work with us | Aboriginal Hostels Limited
- Email your application form and current resume to ****@ahl.gov.au by 11:59PM AEST, Wednesday 19 August 2026. The statement of claims (imbedded in the application form) should be a maximum of two pages addressing the key responsibilities and capabilities.
- Include your name and the job reference (VN-0771660) in the subject of your email.

Getting to know the Aboriginal Hostels Limited

Our purpose is to provide culturally secure and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. Across our network of hostels, dedicated AHL staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a culturally safe and supportive environment. We have a strong network of relationships with other organisations, including First Nations organisations. This network both refers residents to AHL and works alongside AHL to support residents to meet their needs. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up over 40% of our workforce. Working with us will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people.

📌 Finance Reporting Officer / Credit Control Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Aboriginal Hostels
📍 Canberra