Finance Officer

About KWY:

KWY is a leading Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation in South Australia, committed to Creating a Space for Change for Aboriginal families and communities.

Since 2011, KWY has worked to break the cycle of domestic violence, promote safety for women and children, and reduce Aboriginal children in the child protection system through a specialised suite of programs focused on empowering families through culturally grounded support and healing.

Supporting over 1,800 families annually and growing, KWY offers a dynamic and values-driven work environment where your contributions make a real impact. Join our inclusive, collaborative team and help drive meaningful change.

About the position:

As a Finance Officer, you will report directly to the Manager of Finance and provide key financial and administrative support within KWY. This includes managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and general finance tasks. This role offers numerous opportunities to showcase your skills, knowledge, enthusiasm, and professionalism in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable
• Assist in processing fortnightly payroll
• Maintain accounting records, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and other financial data
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements, along with other financial accounts monthly
• Ad-hoc Reports to be completed by the designated deadline
• Provide support during audits and year end payroll.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

About you:

• A diploma or higher qualification in Accounting and Finance (desirable).
• Previous experience in accounts payable processing and/or an accounting qualification.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in both literacy and numeracy.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, initiative, and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Experience with accounting software's e.g. Xero (essential).
• Possess a sound understanding of accounting for GST, Workcover, Superannuation, and leave entitlements (desirable).
• A solid understanding of Superannuation and leave entitlements (desirable).

What we offer:

• Competitive salary: This position will be initially at a Level 3.1 SCHADS Award, with a pay rate of $76,372 pa.
• Salary Packaging: Attractive salary packaging options, including meal entertainment benefits, novated leasing, and more up (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
• Generous leave benefits: Additional 7 days of gifted leave on top of the 4 weeks annual leave (gifted leave conditions apply)
• Professional development: Growing organisation with great career opportunities and ongoing training and career growth
• Inclusive culture: Join a friendly, values-driven team passionate about supporting the community
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for your wellbeing

Job requirements:

• You must hold a current South Australian Driver's License or a license which permits you to drive in South Australia.
• Successful candidates will be required to clear and maintain probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check (Police Clearance), Working with Vulnerable People Check and Working with Children Check (applicants need to hold a current WWCC to apply).

About applying:

• Please submit your application via Seek, including a cover letter addressing the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the position description.
• Visit our website to download the full job description.
• Applications close or once position is filled.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process.
• Start date: As soon as possible

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.