Finance Manager

National Disability Services (NDS) is Australia's peak body for disability service organisations. Representing 1,000 members across Australia, we are Australia's biggest and most diverse network of disability service providers. Our valued members collectively operate several thousand services for more than 300,000 Australians with disability and employ a workforce of more than 100,000 people.

NDS has a strong and influential presence in every state and territory across Australia. Our core functions are to advocate to government for sector-wide changes and improvements, to inform our members about issues that impact them, and to provide resources and services that assist them to deliver sustainable high quality support services for people with disability.

NDS employees have the passion to make a difference, are driven to deliver the highest quality support and services to our members and thrive in an environment of positive change and continuous improvement.  To find out more about NDS, please visit our website at 

About the Role:

Location:Sydney or Melbourne

Hours: Full-time, 38 hours, 5 days per week

Status: Permanent

Industrial Instrument:Non award

The Finance Manager oversees financial operations and administrative systems to support the effective and compliant functioning of NDS.

The role supports the Director of Corporate Services and broader leadership team in delivering sound financial reporting, operational efficiencies,

and organisational compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll coordination with internal and outsourced providers.
• Maintain accurate and timely monthly financial reporting across states and projects.
• Support budget preparation and monitor financial performance against budget.
• Prepare documentation for annual audits and manage external auditor relationships.
• Review and prepare financial acquittals for funding bodies.

Administration and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant reporting obligations (ASIC, ACNC, AEC, ABR).
• Manage corporate insurance policies including Workers' Compensation.
• Maintain financial records and reporting for special grant projects.
• Oversee privacy and data governance as the organisation's Privacy Officer.
• Ensure administrative policies and procedures are effective and up-to-date.

• Provide advice on financial and operational matters to the Director of Corporate Services and Executive team.
• Contribute to funding proposals and procurement processes.
• Prepare papers and reporting for the Audit, Risk and Investment Committee (ARIC) and Board.

• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Contribute to organisational systems, process improvements, and policy development.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as required.
• Uphold NDS policies and values: Build respectful relationships, Lead change, Deliver clarity & impact, Support and develop others, and Embrace diversity.

Skills & Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and audit procedures, payroll, investments, banking, tax, budgeting and legal process within the not-for-profit sector are essential.
• CA or CPA qualified
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain networks with a range of stakeholders.
• High degree of computer literacy, including ERPs and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience leading a small team to accomplish organisational objectives.
• Commitment to the development and maintenance of quality assurance systems

What We Offer:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Salary packaging benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Rewards & Discounts program
• Learning and development opportunities

To Apply:

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join NDS.

NDS is committed to supporting equal employment opportunities for individuals with disability and will provide reasonable workplace adjustments.  We encourage potential applicants with lived experience to contact NDS to discuss any questions regarding individual workplace adjustments.  NDS also provides adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or and indicate your preferred method of communication (email or phone).

Applications close: 21 September 2025. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your Skills & Experience in the areas listed above by clicking on the Apply button.   For further information please contact   Please do not send your application to this email address, as it's for enquiries only.

The successful applicant must be prepared to undertake a pre-employment police check.

No agencies please.