Management Accountant

There to care. Here for good. 

An exciting opportunity exists at Tranmere as our Management Accountant.

This role is a fixed term contract for a period of 2 years from the date of commencement with the opportunity of conversion to a permanent role if required during the fixed term.

Here at Helping Hand we’ve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That’s a long journey, and we’re proud of our stability and strength.

Now, we’re on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.

A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you. 

Based in Tranmere, as our Management Accountant, responsible for the development and management of the accounting functions within the Finance Department. The role will also have primary responsibility for process improvement and systems development in the area of financial management and processes and will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Manager and other Management Accountants.

While directly reporting to the Finance Manager, the Management Accountant is expected to maintain professional working relations with all members of the Finance Team, Managers and other Helping Hand staff and clients with whom they interact.

You’ll also make an impact by:

• Providing customer focused financial services and support to divisions within Helping Hand to support delivery of services to clients. 
• Maintaining effective communication with external entities such as auditors, government organizations, funding providers and other bodies. 
• Working towards process improvement and systems development in the area of financial management. 

What you’ll bring 

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Experience with computerised financial databases and high level skills with the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power point).
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills including the ability to use initiative, perform under pressure to complete multiple tasks with conflicting priorities with minimal supervision
• Ability to initiate and maintain effective working relationships at any level within a large scale organisation
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
• Demonstrated problem solving skills including conflict resolution and change management
• Empathy and understanding for aged residents and their families or other representatives
• Must have a valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one.
• CA / CPA qualified

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:

• Minimum of 2 to 3 year's experience working in a similar role
• Experience working in the aged care or health industry with an understanding of business and financial tools
• Appropriate post-secondary studies
• Experience in the aged care industry (desirable).
• Experience in partnering with business units within an organisation (desirable).
• Experience in the aged care industry (desirable)

Please click the link below to view the position description:
Management Accountant Position Description

Why Helping Hand?

Here at Helping Hand we truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us:

• We are who you are
  At Helping Hand, you’ll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strengths.
• We are where you are
  Helping Hand operates in over 20 communities across South Australia, where we were born and where our roots will always be.
• We care how you are
  Be part of a kind, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program
• Get active with our Fitness Passport Program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 
Are you ready to lend a helping hand?

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours. 

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.

Apply online today, or to find out more please contact recruitment team via careers@helpinghand.org.au 

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply. 

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.