The Tasmania Football Club is on a historic journey to build a professional AFL/AFLW club from the ground up. We are assembling a passionate and committed team to connect with fans across Tasmania and beyond, creating experiences that inspire pride, loyalty, and belonging.
The Role
The Assistant Accountant plays an significant role within the Club's Finance team, supporting the delivery of accurate, timely and efficient financial processes across the Club.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll have primary responsibility for the accounts payable function while also supporting month-end accounting, reconciliations, reporting, payroll finance processes and the administration of finance systems.
This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its development, contributing to strong financial governance and helping build the systems and processes that will support the Club into the future.
Your responsibilities will include:
Prepare daily and weekly bank reconciliations and follow up outstanding items
Assist with travel and stock reconciliations as required
Assist with the administration and reconciliation of donations to the Australian Sports Foundation
Support month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and revenue recognition
Prepare and post journals as part of the month-end close
Assist with maintaining the fixed asset register, including accurate cost centre and GL coding
Assist with GST coding and BAS preparation
Assist with the annual audit process, including preparation of audit workpapers and responding to auditor queries
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time
Provide support across the broader accounts payable and receivable function as required




Scan and process invoices through ExFlow and establish invoice coders and approvers
Oversee Eftsure processes to ensure vendor bank details are accurate
Support the Finance team in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Club's finance systems and workflows
Payroll & Employee Finance Support
Assist with the integration of payroll data into the finance system
Provide operational support to the Payroll Manager, including timesheet checks, coding reviews and reconciliations
Assist with payroll-related journals and reconciliations, including superannuation and leave provisions
Review employee reimbursement claims through Employment Hero
Provide ad hoc back-up support to the Payroll Manager as required
Systems, Process Improvement & Governance
Maintain high-quality financial records in accordance with audit, AFL and statutory requirements
Assist with enhancing finance systems, workflows and automation initiatives
Support compliance with procurement, delegation and financial policies
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes, including through the use of AI
Work collaboratively with the broader Finance team and Club departments to support effective financial operations
What you'll bring
A degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
2–3 years' experience in an accounting role
Strong understanding of accounts payable and month-end accounting processes




Strong Excel skills and confidence working with modern accounting and ERP systems
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a strong commitment to process integrity
Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across a range of departments
A proactive mindset, with a willingness to learn, improve processes and contribute to a growing organisation
High integrity and alignment with the values of the Club
A current Working With Vulnerable People check, or willingness to obtain one, is required
It would be great if you also have
Experience working in sport, major events, not-for-profit or membership-based organisations
Experience with AFL finance systems, including D365, Adaptive, Workday, ExFlow or Zeno
An interest in being part of the establishment and growth of a new professional sporting organisation
What you'll get
The opportunity to be part of the Tasmania Football Club's journey from the ground up
A full-time, permanent position based in Hobart
The opportunity to work alongside a passionate and growing team
A role with genuine variety across finance, systems and Club operations
The chance to contribute to building strong financial processes and governance as the Club grows
The role will also require the ability to work match days or Club events as required
Applications Close 5pm, Friday 2 October
Company Overview
The team that we were told would never ever happen has finally roared to life! Born from over 150 years of dedication, grit and passion, on 18 March **** we celebrated the launch of the latest AFL club – the Tasmania Football Club – The Tasmania Devils.
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