Finance Officer

About the role

The Finance Officer will provide high quality, timely and accurate finance support to the Finance Manager and wider CHN teams. You will play a key role across day-to-day and strategic finance activities. You will oversee core accounting functions and maintain accurate financial reports, both routine and custom, to provide the insights needed for strong operational and strategic decisions. You will be closely involved in our budgeting and auditing processes, working under the general guidance of the Finance Manager to help ensure compliance with internal policies, relevant legislations and standards.

About the team

You will join the Finance and Procurement Team that sits within the broader Corporate Services Unit (CSU). CSU serves as a central point of expertise and support for the organisation, bringing together a range of key operational as well as professional services including Office Coordination, Communications, Human Resources, IT, Risk and Quality, and Executive Support.

See yourself in our team

A successful candidate will combine demonstrated experience in financial management with strong technical skills in using tools, such as Excel and Xero, to accurately manage and analyse financial data. You will bring your attention to detail and ability to prioritise to make meaningful contributions to the team's decision-making, turning results into clear financial reports and presentations.

You enjoy the challenge of working through complex problems by being curious, proactive and collaborative. In this newly established role, you will actively contribute to business and process improvement activities that strengthen our financial operations, enhance efficiency and facilitate the growth of CHN teams.

Work location

This position is based in our newly renovated and modern office, located in the heart of the Belconnen town centre. We support flexibility and a hybrid work model at CHN and are happy to work with the successful candidate to ensure a balance between work and life.

Working at CHN

At CHN you will have an opportunity to work with professional subject matter experts and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests, expertise and achieve your ambitions.

Some of the reasons CHN employees love working here include:

Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing

• Paid December leave: Recharge during our annual close-down period with additional paid leave.
• Comprehensive leave options: Access leave entitlements on top of Annual Leave, including Family and Wellbeing Leave, as well as Religious, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.

Flexible Work Arrangements

• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexible working options designed to promote a sustainable work-life balance.
• Purchase additional leave: Create more time for yourself when you need it with the ability to purchase up to 2 weeks of extra leave per year.

Career Growth & Development

• Professional Development Fund: Access a dedicated fund to support your professional development goals.
• Study leave: Take advantage of our generous study leave option to support your learning and development goals, while balancing work commitments.

Meaningful & Impactful Work

• Purposeful work in health: Be part of fulfilling, varied work that advances how health is delivered in Canberra, improving health outcomes for the ACT community.
• Collaborate with health experts: Work alongside key health professionals and stakeholders across the health sector, contributing to impactful initiatives.

Culture & Community

• Supportive, collaborative workplace: Join a team environment built on collaboration and mutual support.
• Diverse and inclusive environment: Thrive in a workplace that prioritises diversity, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Sustainability and social impact: Support our commitment to sustainability as we partner with others who make responsible choices for people and the planet.

Financial Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive Remuneration Package: Receive a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package through Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income per FBT year to maximise your take-home pay.
• Above-standard superannuation: Pursue long-term financial wellbeing with contributions that are always 0.5% higher than the Super Guarantee.

Learn more about CHN from our website: Capital Health Network | Home )

Position Salary: $41.91 – $45.79 per hour (approximately $83,089 – $90,776 per annum) plus superannuation

Employment type: Full time

Working Days/hours: Full time standard

How to apply

Applications close: 11.59pm, 29 October 2025

Position documentation can be found here

Please apply using the 'apply' button. Your application MUST include a cover letter addressing how your skills, experience and expertise will meet the functional competencies (max. 3 pages), salary expectations, and your CV (max. 3 pages). Please do not send your applications to the recruitment email address.

Please note: Applicants are required to have full Australian work rights at the time of application and include details of any visa limitations and end dates in the application cover letter.

For further enquiries: Please contact Finance Manager, Dinesh Luhano:

CHN, ACT's Primary Health Network welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. CHN will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with cultural requirements and/or individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.

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