Be the trusted expert behind the financial processes that support Hunter New England Health's medical workforce.

Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

Position Classification:

Health Manger Level 1

Remuneration:

$91,326.00 - $121,497 Per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week:

38

Location:

Waratah Campus

Applications Close:

Friday, 31st July 2026

About Opportunity

Join Hunter New England Local Health District as a Trust Fund Administrator and become part of a small, highly supportive team within the wider Corporate Finance function. Reporting directly to the Manager of Financial Accounting and Reporting, you will work alongside an experienced colleague who will provide comprehensive training and ongoing support, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop specialist knowledge in a unique area of health administration. Based in Waratah, you'll enjoy free onsite parking and convenient access to local shops and amenities. This role offers exposure to senior medical staff, accountants and finance professionals across the district, providing a varied and rewarding career path.

About The Role

As the Trust Fund Administrator, you will play a key role in administering Staff Specialist Rights of Private Practice and their Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) entitlements). You will be responsible for managing TESL claims, calculating and reconciling clinician entitlements, administering restricted fund accounts, preparing financial reconciliations, and coordinating tax-related documentation with clinicians and accountants. The role also provides expert advice and support to medical specialists, finance teams and key stakeholders across Hunter New England Health, ensuring compliance with relevant policies, awards and legislative requirements while maintaining accurate and efficient financial processes.

About You

You are a highly organised professional with strong financial literacy and exceptional attention to detail. While a finance background is advantageous, it is not essential what matters most is your ability to interpret policies and procedures,



apply critical thinking, and make well-reasoned decisions. You are confident explaining your rationale to a range of stakeholders and can build positive working relationships with professionals from diverse backgrounds, including medical specialists, accountants and managers. With excellent communication skills, strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage competing priorities, you thrive in an environment where accuracy, problem-solving and customer service are key to success.

The Benefits

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Flexible working arrangements offered
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category B position.



Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging:

is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or .

Additional Information

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of advantages such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Newcastle City Council