Neighbourhood Centres Queensland Use your financial and systems improvement skills for goodGrow the impact of the Neighbourhood Centre sector & its peak bodyFlexible work environment with a collaborative, purpose-driven team20 hours per week with hybrid working arrangementsThis role is for an immediate start!About the organisation Neighbourhood Centres Queensland is the peak body for place-based Neighbourhood and Community Centres (NCCs) across the state. With 130+ members across the state and connections with 150+ centres, our network is the largest community-led infrastructure in Queensland. NCQ grows the collective impact of the Neighbourhood Centre sector by increasing recognition, resourcing and relationships of our sector at the regional, state and national level. We value collaborative, courageous leadership.
Our Key Areas of Work: Communicating Sector Value.Demonstrating Sector Impact.Growing Sector Capacity.Partnering for Community Outcomes.Influencing Policy for Systems Change.About the role The Finance & Administration Officer enables the day-to-day financial and compliance functions of Neighbourhood Centres Queensland (NCQ).
This position is also focused on providing administrative and logistical support for activities such as setting meetings and assisting with key events, managing incoming external communication channels, and maintaining member data.
The position plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient operations in line with NCQ's strategic goal to grow our robust, participatory, and accountable peak body. This role is vital for the seamless administration and development of the expanding not-for-profit organisation. Responsibilities include managing payroll, accounts, financial reporting, budget forecasting, membership renewals, and ensuring finance-related quality and compliance. The Administration & Finance Officer will collaborate closely with the CEO and Operations Lead, preparing financial reports for the NCQ Treasurer and Board.
About you Experience: Demonstrated financial experience working in a fast-paced community-focused nonprofit, with the ability to work autonomously, multi-task, manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to change.Analytical approach: Highly organised, investigative and detail-oriented with a love for numbers.Digital capability: In-depth knowledge of the Office365 suite, XERO accounting software and/or the ability to rapidly learn and implement relevant software;Systems improvements & problem-solving: Derives satisfaction from proactively solving problems and creating, implementing and maintaining financial procedures and business systems to support organisations to thrive;Professional communication and resilience under pressure: The ability to work flexibly within a team and communicate effectively with people at all levels to ensure smooth, efficient and on-time operation of the organisation, including the sensitive handling of confidential information; andValues-driven: A strengths-based, proactive and supportive team player with aligned values and a commitment to social justice.Community Minded: Experience in the Neighbourhood Centre Sector preferred. Experience in Social and Community causes or organisations is favourable.
