Job Description

Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of NSW & ACT – Hurstville NSW

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This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly established Southern Presbytery of the Uniting Church in Australia, formed through the coming together of four former presbyteries.

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As Finance Manager, you will play a key leadership role in building strong financial foundations for the new organisation. You'll provide strategic financial advice, ensure sound governance and compliance, and support the stewardship of a diverse portfolio of assets, investments and funding that enable the mission and ministry of communities across southern New South Wales.

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Working closely with Presbytery leadership, committees and congregations, you'll help ensure financial sustainability while supporting local communities to thrive.

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About the role

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Reporting to the Business Manager, you will be responsible for:

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- Providing trusted financial advice to Presbytery leadership, committees and staff to support sound decision-making and long-term sustainability.
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- Supporting congregations with financial management, helping build financially healthy and sustainable communities of faith.
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- Preparing accurate monthly and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements and cash flow reports.
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- Monitoring and analysing financial performance to provide meaningful insights that inform planning and decision-making.
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- Managing funding arrangements, ensuring grants are administered and acquitted in accordance with funding requirements.
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- Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process and supporting long-term financial planning.
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- Supporting the Property and Finance Committee with financial analysis relating to property transactions, investment decisions and asset management.
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- Ensuring compliance with relevant taxation, accounting and regulatory requirements, including ATO, ACNC and Uniting Church policies and regulations.
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- Coordinating the annual external audit process.
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- Leading and supporting bookkeeping staff, promoting high standards of financial administration and continuous improvement.
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- Contributing to projects and other initiatives as required.
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About you

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You are an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical capability with excellent relationship-building skills. You enjoy partnering with others, can explain financial information in practical terms, and are motivated by contributing to an organisation with a transparent sense of purpose.

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- Demonstrated experience in financial management, reporting and budgeting.
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- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory compliance.
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- The ability to analyse financial information and provide practical, strategic advice.
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- Experience managing audits and working within governance frameworks.
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- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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- A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
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This is more than a finance role. It's an opportunity to help establish the financial foundations of a newly formed organisation that supports communities across New South Wales. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute directly to the mission, sustainability and future direction of the Southern Presbytery.

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If you're looking for a role where your financial expertise can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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