Accountant (Team Leader)

Help Us Track, Improve, and Elevate Aged Care Accounting and Finance

At Trilogy Care, we're not just reshaping how aged care works in Australia – we're rebuilding it. Our mission is to empower older Australians to live independently at home through self-managed care that's transparent, flexible, and truly person-centred. Backed by cutting-edge AI, automation, and cloud-native technology, we're creating a new model of care from the ground up. With rapid growth, a big vision, and a commitment to real impact, looking for a passionate accountant to help us stay accountable, responsive, and ahead of reform.

About the Role

As an Accountant Team Leader at Trilogy Care, you will lead the process of accurate and timely processing of government funding data (claims-related activities) and reconciliation of the General Ledger (GL) in an aged care environment. This role ensures compliance with aged care funding requirements and the integrity of financial data while supporting team operations and continuous improvement in finance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the daily activities of Assistant Accountants and Administration staffs
• Oversee timely and accurate data entry and event updates in aged care government portals (e.g., Services Australia).
• Oversee preparation and reconciliation of GL accounts relating to government funding and aged care subsidies.
• Review and approve journals, accruals, and GL adjustments.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve data or funding discrepancies.
• Liaise with Services Australia and other external agencies to resolve complex claims or portal-related issues.
• Manage month-end processes related to claims reconciliations and ledger closure.
• Identify process gaps and drive improvements in data flow, compliance, and reconciliation procedures.
• Assist in audit preparation and respond to audit queries related to GL and government funding activities.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Proficient in accounting software and CRM systems, with experience handling high-volume data and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Minimum 2 years' proven experience in general ledger reconciliations (essential).
• Experience leading a small team, including delegation and review.
• Aged care industry experience (preferred).
• Strong grasp of accounting principles, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Detail-oriented with a compliance-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting (required).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a finance role.

How you will succeed in this role:

• Timely and accurate completion of GL reconciliations and reporting.
• Team performance and task delivery aligned with monthly close deadlines.
• Minimal audit findings or data discrepancies.
• Effective stakeholder relationships and issue resolution.
• Process improvements implemented and maintained..

Why Join Trilogy Care?

• Expansive new King Street office with excellent facilities, close to public transport, cafes, restaurants and supermarkets
• Vibrant team culture and regular social events
• Career mapping and progression opportunities across all departments
• Access to Fitness Passport to support your health and wellbeing
• EAP support for you and your immediate family
• Employee discounts on groceries, fuel, utility bills, wellness and more

Help Keep Aged Care Accountable and Future-Ready

If you're ready to tune financial practice into meaningful improvements in aged care services, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note:

Applicants must have full Australian work rights.

As part of our onboarding process, a police check and professional references are required.