About the role
Conflict Resolution Service is looking for an experienced, reliable and values-driven Finance Manager to support the organisation's financial management, reporting and compliance.
This is a key role for someone who enjoys accurate financial administration, practical problem solving and helping a small community focus organisation make sound decisions.
You will be part of a specialist, community-focused organisation that work primarily with children, youth and family to preserve family connections, reunify and strengthen relationships, and restore family harmony by reducing conflict.
CRS provides evidence-based services across children, youth and family programs, alternative dispute resolution, training and justice services.
As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing core finance processes, preparing timely reports and supporting the CEO, Executive team and Board with reliable financial information.
You will help ensure CRS meets its statutory, funding and organisational obligations while keeping day-to-day finance operations running smoothly.
This is a fixed-term position backfilling a parental leave absence for 12 months, commencing in October ****, with the possibility of extension.
The role is part time, 30 hours per week.
Why this role matters
The Finance Manager plays an important part in the stability, accountability and sustainability of CRS.
Your work will help ensure the organisation has accurate financial information, compliant processes and clear reporting to support good decision-making, responsible use of public funding and high-quality service delivery.
This role will suit someone who is organised, calm under deadlines and confident working across finance, administration and reporting tasks.
You will work closely with the CEO and Executive team while managing the day-to-day finance functions that keep the organisation operating effectively.
What you'll be doing
In this role, you will:
Maintain accurate, timely and compliant financial records, controls and reporting processes
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including supplier invoices, customer invoicing, debtor follow-up and processing in Xero
Complete account and credit card reconciliations and ensure monthly suspense clearing is completed accurately
Coordinate regular pay runs, ad-hoc payments, BPAYs and account balance transfers in line with approved delegations and internal controls
Prepare, lodge and arrange payment of quarterly BAS and IAS statements within required timeframes
Support budget development, enter approved budgets into Xero, and prepare program forecasts and unspent budget reports
Process monthly journals,



maintain general ledger records and complete month-end finance tasks
Prepare Board reports, funding reports, acquittals and other management reports as required
Prepare six-monthly and annual acquittals and provide finance information for Government reports, returns and declarations
Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure asset records are complete and current
Act as a backup for payroll processing when required
Manage the Accounts and Administration inboxes, responding to finance enquiries and escalating matters where needed
Support office, fleet and ICT administration where relevant to organisational operations
Support the CEO and Executive team with finance-related administration and information for organisational decision-making
About you
You are a capable finance professional who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgement and a practical understanding of finance processes.
You are comfortable working independently, managing deadlines and communicating clearly with staff, suppliers, funders and other stakeholders.
You understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality and compliance, and you take pride in providing reliable financial information that supports good organisational decisions.
Experience in the not-for-profit or community services sector would be highly regarded.
Selection criteria
Experience in finance, bookkeeping or accounting, including payables, receivables, reconciliations, BAS, IAS, journals and financial reporting
Ability to maintain accurate financial records, sound internal controls and compliant finance processes
Strong attention to detail when working with budgets, reports, reconciliations and financial data
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines, lodgments, payment cycles and reporting requirements
Confidence using accounting software, preferably Xero
Ability to review financial information, identify issues and resolve discrepancies
Clear and qualified communication skills with staff, suppliers, funders and other stakeholders
Ability to work independently, use sound judgement and collaborate with the CEO, Executive team and colleagues
Qualifications and requirements
Essential:
Qualifications in accounting, bookkeeping, finance or a related discipline
At least 5 years' experience in finance, bookkeeping,



accounting or financial administration roles, preferably with responsibility for reporting, reconciliations, payroll processing support and statutory lodgments
Current driver's license, current Working with Vulnerable People registration or ability to obtain one, and current police check or ability to obtain one
Desirable:
Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector
Why join CRS?
At CRS, your work will have purpose.
You will be part of a specialist organisation with a strong reputation for compassionate, professional and practical conflict resolution services across the Canberra community.
We offer:
Meaningful work supporting a community-focused organisation
A collaborative and values-driven team environment
A role where accuracy, good governance and responsible financial management matter
The opportunity to support services that make a genuine difference for children, young people, families and the wider community
CRS also offers a range of benefits, including:
Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
Wellbeing initiatives, including reimbursement for approved wellbeing-related items
Paid birthday leave
Regular supervision and support
Professional development opportunities
Opportunities to contribute to service development, innovation and continuous improvement
Safeguarding commitment
CRS prioritises the safety, wellbeing and rights of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Safeguarding is embedded in our practice, decision-making and service delivery.
All staff are expected to contribute to safe, inclusive and culturally responsive environments where children and young people are respected, listened to and protected from harm.
Staff must comply with CRS's Safeguarding Policy, Child Safe Framework, Code of Conduct and relevant reporting obligations.
How to apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria through the "apply" function or email your application to: ******.
Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.
For further information or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Paula, Director of People & Culture on ************** or email as above.
Applications close at 5pm on 16 September ****.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be offered throughout the advertised period.
Conflict Resolution Service is an equal prospect employer.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Finance Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Conflict Resolution Service
📍 Canberra