Centacare New England North West – Tamworth NSW

Centacare NENW is the Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale, proudly serving our local communities since 2001. We deliver a wide range of social welfare services supporting individuals, families and the broader community.

Guided by our values of Dignity, Community, Cooperation and Support, we welcome everyone—regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, age or ability. Our mission is to help each person reach their fullest potential and experience a fulfilling life.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance Team, supporting the financial operations and ongoing financial sustainability of Centacare NENW.

This is a full time position working 38 hours per week, based in Tamworth, NSW, classified under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Industry Award – Level 4, with an annual salary ranging from $94,695.64 to $99,294.00, depending on skills and experience.

Working closely with the Senior Manager – Finance, you will contribute to the effective financial management of the organisation through financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and compliance. You will play an important role in maintaining robust financial systems and internal controls, providing accurate financial information and supporting sound financial decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

- Maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions and preparing journal entries.




- Managing accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, payment reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
- Completing bank reconciliations and resolving financial discrepancies.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
- Preparing financial statements, management reports and financial information for presentation to management, governing bodies and other relevant stakeholders.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of budgetary and accounting policies, procedures and processes.
- Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including monitoring expenditure against approved budgets and investigating variances.
- Examining operating costs, income and expenditure to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improved financial performance.
- Conducting financial analysis and investigations, preparing reports and providing financial advice to support organisational planning and decision-making.
- Supporting taxation compliance, including the preparation of relevant taxation returns and statutory reporting.
- Maintaining and improving accounting systems, financial processes and internal control systems to ensure accuracy,



efficiency and compliance.
- Monitoring cash flow and assisting with the assessment of financial risks associated with organisational expenditure and capital investments.
- Liaising with financial institutions, auditors and external financial service providers as required.
- Coordinating and supporting internal and external audit requirements, including maintaining financial documentation and preparing supporting evidence.
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes and operational efficiencies.
- Processing employee expense claims and reimbursements in accordance with organisational policies.
- Ensuring financial practices comply with relevant accounting standards, legislation, statutory requirements and organisational policies.

What You Bring

- A Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Business, Commerce, Accountancy or a related discipline.
- Eligibility to enrol in the Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) program, with a commitment to completing your chosen qualification.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial information.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
- High levels of integrity, initiative and prof

📌 Accountant (Tamworth)
🏢 Centacare New England North West
📍 Tamworth