Financial Administrator, Sisters of Charity of Australia

• Strategic and operational focus
• Great opportunity for work-life balance
• Permanent part-time (28 hours a week), based in Bondi Junction

About Us

In 1838, five Sisters of Charity from Ireland arrived in Australia. They were the first religious women to come to the Colony. Their mission is to bring to all people "the love, tenderness and concern of Christ for the poor and marginalised".

The Sisters of Charity of Australia, led by the Congregational Leader and her Council, have many mission involvements. The Congregational Office is based in Bondi Junction, Sydney and the Sisters also have a presence in other locations across Australia.

The Congregation is seeking a part-time Financial Administrator to oversee the business, financial, and accounting functions of the Congregation.

The Role

You will report to the Congregational Leader and Council (CL&C) through the General Manager, and have responsibility for the management of the Operations Accountant.

Working closely with Congregation's Advisory Finance Committee and related sub-committees, you will provide sound financial advice and support to the CL&C and be responsible for all the accounting functions of the Congregation.

Your responsibilities will include ensuring the Congregation meets its financial compliance requirements; identifying any areas of risk; managing and being the main point of contact for the annual financial audits; undertaking accurate and timely financial and statutory reporting; preparing annual budgets; and maintaining financial systems.

Other responsibilities will include preparation of quarterly management accounts; oversight of bank and credit card reconciliations; preparation of FBT returns; management of the annual insurance renewal process; and review of financial performance against budget.

As well as the regular gamut of accounting functions, you will manage contracts and leases associated with the Sisters' accommodation; oversight real estate transactions and leasing of cars in collaboration with the Community Services Coordinator; and manage the outsourced payroll function.

The role is an ongoing part-time position, 28 hours a week, to be worked across four or five days, Monday to Friday.

About You

You will be a seasoned finance professional who is committed to upholding the Congregation's ethos and mission in carrying out your work.

Specifically, as the ideal candidate for this role, you will meet the following Key Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in business or accounting and CA/CPA membership
• Substantial business experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and of financial and accounting functions in Australian businesses, including payroll, superannuation, and budget processes
• Expertise in financial risk assessment and management, and knowledge of audit procedures
• Demonstrated ability to manage the financial reporting cycle
• Demonstrated strategic analysis and problem-solving capabilities
• Working knowledge of accounting software systems, in particular, MYOB
• Experience in a not-for-profit organisation (desirable)

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity for work-life balance
• An attractive salary based on experience
• Free, on-site parking

Enquiries and Application Process

To obtain a copy of the Position Description and instructions on how to apply, please contact Nevine Piperides at Reach HR on or 

Applications close Thursday, 13 November 2025, however, interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the position may be filled prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Additional Requirements

Preferred candidates must have relevant employment check clearances.

As this is an ongoing position, only candidates with an unrestricted right to work in Australia will be considered.