Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Posted:

08/09/2025

Closing Date:

22/09/2025

Job Type:

Permanent - Part Time

Location:

Lismore

Job Category:

Accounting

Embarking on a career journey with Social Futures means becoming part of a mission that goes beyond just a job. We are a voice for social change in regional Australia, with a history spanning over 49 years. Your role within our Finance Team will allow you to do what you enjoy and work with processes and numbers to:

• Accurately process and maintain financial records, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and reporting.
• Assist in preparing information for audits, statutory returns and other financial reports.
• Follow established finance practices and procedures to ensure tasks are completed consistently and correctly.

Job Description

This entry-level opportunity will provide you with hands-on experience and professional development through:

• Gaining practical experience in payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Develop strong foundations in finance systems and processes.
• Learn from a supportive and experienced team.

At Social Futures, we believe in the value of your voice and we are dedicated to making positive changes every day. We've got your back in providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, one that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. Here, your wellbeing matters to us.

Among the benefits, we offer flexible working options, access to ongoing learning and development, generous salary packaging options, a staff well-being program and the opportunity to bank additional days leave per year. Additionally, we prioritise safety and uphold that Social Futures isn't just a workplace; it's a community.

Here, we believe in inclusivity, integrity and learning. Why you'll like working with us:

• Your voice will be valued and heard in our mission to support positive social change
• You'll be part of a supportive, diverse and inclusive environment where we celebrate individuality
• We prioritise your wellbeing, with benefits such as access to online wellbeing platform, flexible working options

We are looking for a passionate individual with a desire to make a difference. The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant Cert III or above in Finance, Accounting or Business, or relevant experience in a finance-related role
• Experience working with financial data, e.g. payroll, accounts payable, accounts receievable.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
• Effective organisational and time management skills with the ability to complete routine tasks within deadlines and escalate issues when required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, provide support, and contribute to positive stakeholder experiences.

We are proud to announce that we have received recognition as an accredited Great Workplace by WRK+. Our amazing team makes our workplace special.

Social Futures is a Rainbow tick accredited organisation and an equal opportunity employer and actively recruit from key communities; including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQSB+, people living with a disability, people with lived experience and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Working with Children and a National Police Check are mandatory requirements for all staff.

How to Apply:

A cover letter demonstrating how your skills, education and professional experience meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the position description, should be submitted with your application.

Applications close 22 September 2025

We ensure clear communication and a response for every applicant.

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For further information, please contact Michael Carter on

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