Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Somerville has a rare opportunity for a Director of Finance to join our executive team in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Manage the organisation's financial and accounting policies, procedures, and systems including financial advice on all budgets; banking and financial management, grant management, monitoring of assets register; management of all ATO audit, compliance, internal controls, and superannuation requirements; management of organisational audit.
The position also provides advice, support, and education to Somerville Managers and Coordinators in the financial aspects of their respective responsibilities.
Selection Criteria:
Experience in financial and management reporting, accounting, and payroll.
The ability to consult regularly with the COO and CEO regarding all pertinent matters for the management of Somerville's Accounting and Financial Management.
Experience with quarterly reporting to the COO identifying all areas of responsibility and authority.
Consult and liaise regularly with members of the Somerville Management Team.
Prepare for and attend monthly Management Team meetings.
An ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative professional relationships and networking with all internal and external stakeholders.
Show a commitment to supporting and adhering to Somerville's Work Health Safety policy and practice, support, interpret and reinforce organisational policies, procedures, and safety regulations to all employees.
Proven creative and effective management, leadership, and teambuilding skills.
Ensure all duties undertaken by staff under your management are carried out in accordance with their respective duty statements and to a high level of professional competence.
Ensure appropriate representation of the Management Group at relevant internal meetings.
Represent the Organisation at functions and conferences as requested by COO.
Attend Board meetings as requested by the CEO.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and skill in the use of software applications including the full range of current Microsoft Office programs, accounting applications, and databases.
Highly developed written and oral communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Highly developed organisational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and meet the demands of multiple tasks.
Demonstrated high level of professionalism in the confidential management of all organisational, participant, and employee information.
Commitment to the principles of workplace diversity.
Commitment to supporting and adhering to Somerville's policies and procedures including Somerville's Code of Conduct and NDIS Code of Conduct.
Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector, or a demonstrated appreciation and understanding of community-based organisations.
Employment Requirements:
Current Northern Territory Driver's Licence.
Current National Criminal History Check – completed by Somerville.
Working with Children Clearance (NT Ochre Card).
NDIS Worker Screening.
NDIS Orientation Module.
COVID-19 vaccination – with Booster.
Culture and Benefits:
6 weeks annual leave.
Salary packaging benefits to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free.
A focus on employee well-being, with regular supervision opportunities.
An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide an up-to-date resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Applications will be reviewed and responded to on submission, please do not wait to apply!
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Somerville is an equal opportunity employer providing a smoke-free environment and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander candidates are welcome to apply.
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