Finance Manager

Carers SA is the premier provider of Carer services in South Australia, delivering the federally funded Carer Gateway service across both metropolitan and regional service areas.

We have a strong history of empowering unpaid Carers through providing quality services and programs to support their needs and the needs of the people they care for. We are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people and, as such, are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We are a values-based organisation that prides itself on quality, professionalism and valuing your personal contribution.

About the Role

Are you a strategic and hands-on finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact in the community services sector?

Carers SA is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the organisation's day-to-day finance operations while playing a key role in driving long-term financial sustainability and organisational growth.

This role plays a pivotal part in managing budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, audit processes, payroll costing, funding acquittals, and cashflow management. You will work closely with the Executive Manager Finance and Corporate Services and lead a small, high-performing finance team.

The Finance Manager is a key driver of continuous improvement, digital transformation, and financial capability building across the organisation.

In this role you will:

Deliver timely and accurate financial reports, budgets, and forecasts

Oversee audit, funding acquittals, and statutory compliance

Provide financial leadership for procurement and contract oversight

Enhance internal controls, cashflow, and payroll cost analysis

Support insurance renewals, risk mitigation, and investment strategies

Mentor finance staff and build internal financial literacy organisation-wide

Lead digital automation and process improvement projects in the finance function

About You

You are a values-driven and commercially astute finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-led environment. You bring strong business acumen, analytical expertise, and a collaborative leadership style.

To be successful, you will have:

Minimum 7 years' accounting experience with team leadership

Strong budgeting, financial reporting, and scenario modelling capabilities

Demonstrated knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards

Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Experience using CRM, payroll, and reporting tools

High-level communication, organisation, and time management skills

A proactive approach to solving complex issues and leading change

Desirable: Knowledge of the Carer sector, community services or grant-funded environments.

You will also need:

Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check

Current or willingness to complete Child Safe Environments training

Why Join Carers SA?

At Carers SA, we value your expertise, initiative, and impact. You'll be supported by a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture with benefits including:

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free

Hybrid work options available

Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development and learning pathways

A supportive and inclusive team environment

How to Apply:

If you're ready to make a real difference through finance leadership, we'd love to hear from you

For more information, contact Amy Walter (People and Culture) or Jo Cottle (Executive Manager Finance & Corporate Services) on (08) 8291 5600 .

A copy of the Position Description is available on Carers SA website here:Careers – Carers SA . Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Applications close at 9.00am Monday, 14 July 2025, or earlier if the right candidate is identified.

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