Job Description

Key responsibilities n

Managing the day-to-day operation of Kummara's finance function and supporting the finance team

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Preparing timely and accurate monthly financial and management reports

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Managing and developing organisational budgeting, forecasting and cashflow processes

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Monitoring financial performance across programs, funding streams and cost centres, including analysis of material budget variances

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Providing managers with meaningful financial information to support planning, resource allocation and operational decision-making

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Maintaining effective financial controls, policies, procedures and delegations

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Monitoring compliance with funding agreements, contractual obligations and relevant statutory requirements

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Coordinating financial reporting, grant acquittals and other funding-related reporting requirements

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Coordinating the annual financial audit process and the provision of financial information to external auditors

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Supporting preparation of financial information and reporting for the CEO

About you n

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline

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CPA or CA qualification, or substantial progression towards professional accreditation

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Demonstrated experience in a senior financial management, financial controller or similar role

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Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and management reporting

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Demonstrated experience managing financial reporting across multiple programs, cost centres and funding streams

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Sound knowledge of financial governance, internal controls, audit processes, statutory compliance and financial risk management

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Experience with government funding, grants, service agreements and acquittal requirements will be highly regarded

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Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with attention to accuracy and detail

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Demonstrated ability to improve financial systems, processes and reporting

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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief to the Executive and explain financial information clearly to managers and other non-financial stakeholders

About us n

Kummara Limited is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation established in 1999, with a robust commitment to strengthening children, families and communities.

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Kummara is a not-for-profit organisation with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) status. We deliver a diverse portfolio of community services and funded programs, working inclusively with individuals and families from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Non Indigenous and other cultural and community backgrounds.

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Our work is grounded in the strengths of family and community, self-determination, culturally responsive practice and strong partnerships. Over more than 25 years, Kummara has grown and developed its service capability while maintaining a strong focus on accountability to the communities and families we support.

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A values-driven and community-focused working environment

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The opportunity to take ownership of, and further strengthen, an established finance function

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A diverse operating environment across multiple community services and funded programs

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The opportunity to work closely with organisational leadership and contribute meaningful financial information to decision-making

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Professional development and opportunities to build capability as the organisation continues to develop

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Access to generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per annum, plus up to $2,650 for eligible meal entertainment and other applicable benefits

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A supportive and collaborative workplace

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📌 Finance Controller (Brisbane)
🏢 Kummara
📍 Brisbane