Financial Accountant
About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia & Northern Territory
Australia’s most reputable charity, the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia & Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT) provides 24-hour emergency, aeromedical and primary health care services to those who live, work, and travel in rural and remote Australia.
Serving South Australia and the Northern Territory, the team at RFDS SA/NT exists to support happier and healthier Australians no matter where they live, work, or play. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive, and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
Watch stories about our people, patients, and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au
About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Finance Manager, as the Financial Accountant, you are responsible for a broad range of accounting & administrative duties. This includes assessing and analysing financial records, monitoring budget and KPI requirements and, ensuring financial performance and compliance needs of the RFDS SA/NT are met.
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
About You
As an experienced Financial Accountant, you possess the following capabilities and experience:
- Comprehensive accounting experience, particularly in relation to account analysis and end of month reconciliation activities.
- Advanced computer skills using the Microsoft Office suite (in particular Excel).
- Advanced knowledge and industry experience of Finance One.
- Preferred knowledge and use of other software, including credit card management system SAP Concur, and document control system ELO.
Your strong technical capabilities are enhanced by a number of soft skills, such as:
- Team oriented attitude.
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Task oriented with an analytical and problem-solving approach.
- Ability to prioritise work and achieve deadlines - results focused.
- Self-motivated with excellent organisational abilities.
- High level of integrity and recognition of confidentiality.
Our Benefits
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS SA/NT offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged.
Our people receive the following benefits:
- Access to flexible working arrangements.
- Free onsite parking.
- Reward and Recognition program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Comprehensive orientation program for new starters.
- Learning management system, and;
- Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including salary packaging up to $15,899 per year towards loans, rent and bills, and an additional $2,650 per year towards a meal and entertainment card.
Further Information
To access the Position Description and to apply for the role via our Careers Centre, please click here.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process or the position, please contact Emily Pickles, People and Culture Coordinator on 0410 923 586.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 25th February 2024
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.
The RFDS SA/NT has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
