Senior Accountant Location: Part Time | Cairns Support Office | Flexible working arrangements considered Are you a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives on technical accounting and mentoring others? Do you want your work to support a mission that saves lives and transforms communities? MAF is looking for a Senior Accountant to lead technical accounting for our Support Office. Working closely with the Finance Officer (Support Office) and the Deputy Regional Finance Business Partner, you’ll ensure that our financial records are accurate, up to date, and fully aligned with our mission. Your work will enable strong financial reporting, smooth operations, and the ongoing success of our life-saving programmes. We are offering 18 hours per week . Why join MAF? Lead and grow a finance function that directly supports life-saving aviation programmes Be part of a values-driven, supportive global team Use your skills in a role with real responsibility, variety, and impact Serve God through your profession while helping isolated communities around the world NOTE: Applicants must have current rights to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment background checks including a Criminal History check. Acceptance of and adherence to MAF’s purpose, vision and values is an essential condition of employment. What you’ll do As Senior Accountant, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Support Office ledgers, ensuring transactions are accurate and month-end processes are completed on time. You’ll provide guidance and support to the Finance Officer, oversee complex intercompany transactions, and account for grants across engagement units. You’ll also prepare monthly financial reports for Support Office departments, assist with audits and statutory accounts, and oversee the annual budgeting process. Beyond technical work, you’ll mentor and support other finance team members, sharing your expertise to strengthen the whole team. As part of MAF, you’ll participate in our spiritual life—prayer, reflection, and fellowship—and live out our Christian values while contributing your professional skills to a global mission. We are looking for the successful candidate to start early Feb 2026 Please click on link for full job profile: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Last day for accepting applications is Sunday 11th Jan What we’re looking for You’ll bring: A graduate-level accounting qualification (internationally recognised) At least 3 years’ experience in accounting, including budgeting and preparation of management and financial accounts Experience working in busy finance teams and with multi-cultural colleagues Knowledge of charity or corporate legislation, internal controls, and accounting policies You’ll thrive if you are: Highly detail-oriented while keeping sight of the bigger picture Collaborative, able to mentor others, and balance differing perspectives Proactive, reliable, and committed to accuracy and excellence Aligned with MAF’s Christian mission, values, and purpose
