Job Description
Build your accounting career while making a difference in your local community.
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MHA Care is a values-driven, community-focused not-for-profit organisation committed to providing "The Right Care." We provide personalised and innovative solutions that support people to live their life, their way.
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Our values guide everything we do:
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Compassion | Accountability | Responsiveness | Transparency | Sustainability
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Yarrawonga. This is a varied, hands‐on role offering exposure across a broad range of accounting functions and a excellent opportunity to further develop your skills and experience.
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Junior and early‐career accountants are strongly encouraged to apply.
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About the Role
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Reporting to the Manager Finance & Administration, you will play an important role within our Finance team, supporting the day-to-day financial operations of MHA Care.
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You'll gain practical experience across month‐end reporting, reconciliations, cash management, fixed assets, budgeting, compliance and audit preparation while working closely with an experienced finance team.
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This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, has a strong eye for detail and is looking for an opportunity to develop their accounting career within a supportive organisation.
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Key Responsibilities
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting monthly and year-end financial processes
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Preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations
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Assisting with the preparation of monthly financial reports
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Completing bank reconciliations and assisting with cash management
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Maintaining fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
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Assisting with annual budgeting and forecasting processes
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Preparing GST, BAS and associated reconciliations for review
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Assisting with the preparation of audit files, reconciliations and supporting documentation
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Coordinating information and documentation requested by auditors
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Supporting financial compliance and reporting requirements
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Contributing to improvements in financial systems, processes and controls
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Providing backfill and administrative support across the Finance and Administration team when required
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About You
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We're looking for someone who is organised, enthusiastic and keen to continue developing their accounting skills.
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Ideally, you will bring:
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Accounting qualifications or be currently studying towards an accounting qualification
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An understanding of accounting principles and practices
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Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
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Good communication and interpersonal skills
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Solid time management and organisational skills
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Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
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Experience with accounting software or the ability to quickly learn new systems
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The ability to work autonomously while also contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team
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A willingness to learn, ask questions and take on new challenges
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Previous experience within aged care, community services or the not-for-profit sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
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Requirements
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The successful applicant will require:
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A current National Police Check
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Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one
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A current Driver's Licence
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Formal accounting qualifications are highly regarded; however, applicants currently studying or developing their accounting career are encouraged to apply.
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Why Join MHA Care?
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At MHA Care, you're not just working with numbers — your work helps support services that make a genuine difference in people's lives.
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We offer:
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Salary Packaging benefits
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Adaptable working arrangements to support your lifestyle and commitments
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A supportive and approachable Finance and Administration team
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Exposure to a broad range of accounting functions
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Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your accounting career
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A values-driven workplace where teamwork, respect and kindness matter
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Staff recognition through service awards, appreciation events and ongoing support
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The opportunity to build a career within the growing aged and community care sector
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The chance to work for a local not-for-profit organisation supporting local communities
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MHA Care is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and stages of their careers.
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📌 Assistant Accountant (Victoria)
🏢 MHA Care
📍 Victoria