Financial Accounting Team Leader

$127,150 - $144,444 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time – until 28 December 2025 | REQ590745 | Grade: Health Manager Level 3 | Applications close: 29 July 2025This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 28 December 2025 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours.Join us in shaping healthier futures.
Together we can do more.Reporting to the Manager Financial Accounting, the Financial Accounting Team Leader directly contributes to the Local Health District meeting its financial management, statutory and reporting requirements including compliance with District policies and procedures.
This role is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of financial accounting activities for the District.
The Financial Accounting Team Leader leads the General Ledger, Taxation, Restricted Financial Assets and Assets Accounting functions of Finance along with ensuring VMO and Staff Specialist accounting and business partnering is effective and efficient.
The position takes a leading role in defining the strategic direction and business goals of the Finance team and providing strategic advice and support to the District and Finance's stakeholders.For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.A Little About Us.From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms.
That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people.
The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations.
Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.Benefits Of Working With ISLHD.We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge.
To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers.
Talk to your provider today for more information Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities RequirementsApply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application.
In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role.
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in accounting, finance, economics, commerce, business or similar and full membership of an Australian professional accounting body.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care.
All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Need more information or help applying?Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
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