Job Description
Accountant (8 months Maternity Leave Cover) – Accounting & Payroll Allrounder
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Family Spirit Limited
Accountant - Full-time (8 Months)
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In this
maternity leave cover role
, you'll be the steady hand that keeps our financial operations running smoothly. You'll ensure payroll is processed flawlessly, accounts are reconciled on time, and compliance obligations are met without a hitch. Your proactive approach and problem-solving mindset will help you spot issues before they arise, streamline processes, and keep everything running like clockwork — all while being supported and guided by our experienced CFO.
About us:
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Family Spirit is a not-for-profit NSW foster care agency that seeks safe and caring homes for vulnerable children and young people across Sydney and regional areas. Our wish is for all children and young people to experience the unconditional care and support that comes from a strong family unit.
What You'll Do
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Manage end-to-end
payroll processing
using
Employment Hero
, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Australian legislation.
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Prepare and lodge BAS, single touch payroll, pay day superannuation, and other
statutory obligations
.
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Work closely with the Finance Assistant to ensure
suppliers and carers
are paid correctly and on time.
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Maintain accurate financial records by preparation of
reconciliations
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Complete
month-end close
including journals in
QuickBooks
.
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Own the process that keeps
track
of each child/young person's
individual P&L;
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Identify
process improvements
and proactively resolve payroll or accounting discrepancies before they escal...
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Assist with
budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
to support decision-making.
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Assist with annual interim and final
audit preparation
.
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Collaborate with HR and department managers
to resolve payroll queries promptly and professionally.
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What You'll Bring
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Solid all round accounting experience with
3+ years post qualifications experience
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At least
5 years' experience in payroll
processing and exposure to
Employment Hero Payroll
platform desirable
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Strong knowledge of Australian payroll
legislation and familiarity with awards
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Hands-on experience with out of the box accounting software (
QuickBooks preferred)
)
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System savvy
with advanced Excel skills and the ability to work across systems
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A
proactive, solutions-focused mindset
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Exceptional
attention to detail
and a commitment to
accuracy
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Strong organisational skills
and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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A
cooperative
style and a
genuine desire to support colleagues
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Resilient and mature
with a
positive can-do attitude
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Experience
working in a
not-for-profit
setting
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Why You'll Love It Here
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Onsite role
– be part of a close-knit, supportive team environment every day
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Managed by an experienced CFO
who will provide guidance and mentorship
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NFP salary packaging benefits
to maximise your take-home pay
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Competitive salary
and the opportunity to step into a key role with real impact
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A
smooth handover process
to set you up for success from day one
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Requirements
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Ability to obtain/maintain required pre-employment checks and certifications (including National Police Check, Working with Children Check), plus mandatory training as required.
Diversity & Inclusion
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We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Workplace adjustments are available.
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📌 Maternity Leave Accountant (New South Wales)
🏢 Family Spirit
📍 New South Wales