Job Description

About Netball Australia

Netball Australia (NA) drives netball nationwide, shaping the sport from grassroots to greatness. As a proud member of World Netball, NA governs the national teams, the Suncorp Super Netball league, and supports the development of the game at every level from local courts to the global stage. With more than 8 million Australians engaged in netball, a fiercely passionate fanbase, and record-breaking league attendance, we are proud of the strong position our sport holds today and the momentum we continue to build.

Following the launch of our ambitious ten-year strategic plan,Made in Netball , we havea clear visionto grow and evolve the game and strengthen its place in the lives of Australians for generations to come.It’smore than a plan;it’sa bold call to action, andwe’relooking for people ready to step up and turn our ambition into reality.

At NA,you’llcontribute to a sport that connects communities, inspires excellence, and creates lasting impact.You’lljoin a team that is passionate, and united by a shared purpose. Together, we are shaping the future of one of Australia’s most loved sports during a period of significant prospect and momentum, as we look ahead to the 2027 Netball World Cupon home soil inSydney aswell ascelebrate 100 years of netball in Australia; a century defined by passion, progress, and purpose – while also setting our sights firmly on the next chapter of the game’s evolution.

This is your chance to play a meaningful role in the future of our great sport,helping ensure netball continues to thrive, inspire, and lead by example both on and off the court.

About the Role





We’re looking for a highly organised and commercially minded finance qualified to play a key role in supporting the financial health and success of the organisation. You’ll take ownership of core financial processes including month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations and year-end audit, ensuring our financial information is accurate, timely and insightful. You’ll also oversee corporate card and employee expenses, support tax and statutory reporting, and provide analysis that helps leaders make informed decisions. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution across the organisation while bringing your expertise to a purpose driven National Sporting Organisation in Fitzroy.

Key responsibilities include:

Month-End Financial Close

- Lead and coordinate the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all month-end activities.
- Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and provisions.
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.
- Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
- Manage intercompany reconciliations and ensure balances are accurately recorded and supported.
- Investigate, resolve and elevate accounting discrepancies and variances as required.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements, including Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reporting.




- Provide financial reporting and analysis to support Executive and Board reporting requirements.
- Prepare grant acquittals and funding reconciliations, ensuring expenditure is accurately recorded and aligned with funding requirements.
- Support the preparation of financial analysis and reporting to assist management decision-making.

Audit & Year-End

- Coordinate the year-end financial reporting and external audit process.
- Prepare audit workpapers, reconciliations and supporting schedules to facilitate the audit process.
- Liaise directly with external auditors and respond to audit requests and queries in a timely manner.
- Assist with the preparation of statutory financial statements and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate year-end reconciliations and the preparation and processing of audit adjustments.

Corporate Cards & Employee Expenses

- Review and reconcile corporate debit and credit card transactions to ensure accurate coding and appropriate supporting documentation.
- Review employee expense acquittals and ensure expenses are appropriately authorised, coded and supported.
- Follow up outstanding receipts, expense acquittals and supporting documentation.
- Prepare and complete monthly corporate card reconciliations.
- Prepare BAS working papers and supporting documentation for lodgement.
- Support the preparation and administration of payroll tax requirements.
- Prepare the annual Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) return and supporting calculations.
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with relevant accounting, taxation and reporting requirements

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