Financial Accountant – 12-Month Contract Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced accountant with strong payroll skills for a 12-month contract with a respected not-for-profit aged care organisation. This hands-on Financial Accountant role will cover maternity leave and support critical payroll and finance functions. You’ll take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing, including interpreting EBAs, and manage key accounting tasks such as reconciliations, asset register maintenance, and aged care billing. This is a great opportunity to contribute to system improvements and process enhancements. Key Responsibilities Manage full payroll cycle, including EBA interpretation and payroll reporting Perform General Ledger reconciliations and balance sheet reviews Process aged care billings, Medicare summaries, and means-tested fees Maintain and reconcile fixed asset register, supporting AMP development Assist with monthly and quarterly management accounts, including P&L statements Support month-end and year-end close processes and external audits Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulations Collaborate with finance team on project delivery and provide backfill support Benefits 12-month contract commencing ASAP Competitive hourly rate of $55 plus super, with salary packaging benefits Initial on-site presence required, with potential for flexible work after a few months Work with a respected not-for-profit organisation making a real difference in aged care Join a supportive, collaborative finance team Gain valuable experience with payroll system implementation and aged care finance Possibility of ongoing employment after contract completion About You 3–5 years’ hands-on accounting experience, including payroll processing Comfortable interpreting EBAs and managing complex payroll tasks Experience in asset management and aged care billing is highly desirable A self-starter who thrives on meeting deadlines and learning new systems quickly CPA/CA qualification is a bonus but not essential Experience with Employment Hero is advantageous If this sounds like the perfect next step for you, please submit your resume and cover letter now. Interviews are starting immediately!
