Finance Officer

Join the Kalwun Team — Put purpose into practice

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation, is calling on a skilled and enthusiastic Finance Officer to join our dedicated Finance & Corporate Services team.

Whether you're delivering frontline services, supporting our community behind the scenes, or helping to strengthen cultural connections, your work will make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across South East Queensland. Kalwun offers a wide range of programs across health, community, and family services — all grounded in culture, care, and connection.

About You

• Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy keeping things running smoothly?
• Are you a finance officer with personality to boot who loves supporting and helping people as part of your day?
• Are you a looking for your next career opportunity within a forward-thinking organisation focused on having positive impact within community?

If the answer is Yes, we want to hear from you

About the Role / What to Expect?

This is a diverse and hands-on role. You will be required to execute efficient, accurate and timely processing of transactions ensuring we meet our financial compliance and reporting standards.

Being detail orientated and having an analytical mind to problem solve is a must as the Finance Officer provides varied accounting and financial support, contributing significantly to ensuring the smooth operation of the company, consistent with our Vision and Values.

What You'll be Doing

• Accounts Payable: End-to-end processing, supplier setup, invoice (including approval) workflows, and payment preparation.
• Customer & Supplier Engagement: Handling enquires and discrepancies / disputes resolution.
• Payroll Processing: Payroll, PAYGW, and superannuation transactions.
• Reporting: Assisting with end of month / end of period duties as directed by Senior Finance Officer and Finance & Corporate Services Manager.
• General Administration: Maintaining digital records and administrative backup support as required.
• Compliance:Reconciliation of finance data / monitoring and maintenance of financial data integrity in software platforms outside of accounting software.
• Support: Providing financial support to operational roles across organisation's business units.
• Reconciliation: Processing & reconciliation of:
• Bank accounts
• corporate card transactions
• petty cash transactions

About You (Essential Selection Criteria)

1. Minimum Cert IV in Bookkeeping or demonstrated practical experience.
2. Extensive experience using accounting software (Preferably MYOB / SAGE Intacct) and MS Office suite.
3. Attention to detail and ability to multitask whilst maintaining a high level of quality.
4. Demonstrated well developed interpersonal & communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Practical experience, processing payroll, preferably at high volume .
7. Hands on ELMO payroll software experience advantageous but not essential.
8. Solid understanding of financial / bookkeeping practices.
9. Provide a proactive approach to task resolution.

What we offer

Kalwun values the contributions of all staff and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all staff feel accepted, included and welcomed. Our Employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice of $15,000 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay
• Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
• Five weeks of annual leave per year + extra paid personal leave
• A workplace where mob lead the way.

Additional Information

• Satisfy a national criminal history check (less than 12 months old)
• Hold a current drivers' license
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply

Please send a current CV with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position and addressing each of the selection criteria.