Finance Assistant

Apply today for this part-time role in our energetic and purposeful organisation!

Part-time | 4 days per week | In Office (Kew East) | $50,000 - $55,000 per annum (for 4 days/week) + Super

About the Australian School of Performing Arts

Home to the Australian Girls Choir, ASPA Education and Raw Energy Dance Education, ASPA is a leading provider of performing arts programs to over 6,500 students nationwide. With offices across six Australian cities and Singapore, our team of over 60 staff is passionate about creativity, collaboration and excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a motivated individual to join our finance team in a permanent, part-time capacity.

About the Role

Based in our Kew East Head Office, this role is ideal for someone who thrives on detail, has a can-do attitude and a methodical approach to work. The successful individual will have the ability to communicate confidently in English, both verbally and in writing, and have a strong aptitude for financial processes. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll play a key role in assisting the Finance team to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Accounts Payable and Expense Management for ASPA and REDed
- Payroll processing for REDed (approximately 35 employees)
- Bank reconciliations for ASPA and REDed
- Assist with month end processes for REDed & ASPA
- Trade Debtor invoicing for ASPA and REDed




- Reconcile ASPA/REDed intercompany account
- GL reconciliations for REDed & ASPA (including prepayments and accruals)
- Reconcile Fixed Assets for ASPA and REDed

Qualities that will make you successful:

- 1 years’ relevant experience in a similar role
- An aptitude for numbers and a process-driven mindset
- Comfortable with technology, including AI tools, and motivated to identify opportunities to streamline and improve processes.
- Friendly, clear and confident communicator in English
- Experience with Xero (required)
- High attention to detail with excellent data reconciliation skills
- Intermediate Excel skills and fast, accurate typing
- Strong time management and prioritisation skills
- Proactive and self-motivated team player
- Valid Working with Children Check

Why Join ASPA – an Australian Employer of Choice?

- Supportive team culture with professional development opportunities
- Access to wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program
- Contribute to a meaningful mission alongside passionate colleagues
- Opportunity to support our charity partner, Girls from Oz

How to Apply Submit a one-page cover letter and your resume in a single document, addressed to our People and Culture Manager, Hayley Hawksford.

Applications close Friday October 16, 2026.

📌 Finance Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Australian School of Performing Arts
📍 Melbourne