Nganampa Health Council is an Aboriginal owned and controlled health organisation operating on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in the far north west of South Australia. Across this area, we operate seven health clinics, an aged care facility and assorted health-related programs including aged care, sexual health, environmental health, health worker training, dental, women's health, male health, children's health and mental health.
When you join Nganampa Health Council, you are joining a community of primary health care professionals united by our desire to make a difference. We learn and experience something new every day, and we are supported by the professionalism and spirit of our colleagues and our organisation.
Widely recognised in the Industry as being an exemplary remote area Aboriginal health service, we understand the power of every small step we make to support the health of our communities. We embrace the diversity of our challenges and thrive on the rewards that comes from the work that we do.
Further information can be found at www.nganampahealth.com.au
We are looking for an experienced Financial Accountant with a good work ethic to join our team in Alice Springs. This is a full-time, short term contract position with an immediate start date available. At this stage, it is envisioned the contract will be for 4 months, however, there is a possibility of an extension after this time, if required.
Your key responsibility during this time will be to provide assistance to the CFO and finance team in the management of the organisation's accounting systems, financial reporting, management of cash resources and payroll.
On a day-to-day basis this will include, but not be limited to:
To view the full Position Description, please click here.
Please note applications will close at 9:00 am, Monday 29th April, 2019.
This is a busy time at Nganampa, so we are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and pick up new systems and processes quickly.
To be considered, you will hold appropriate tertiary qualifications with considerable experience gained in a similar capacity as a Financial Accountant. Candidates who hold a CA or CPA will be highly regarded, however this is not a mandatory requirement of this role.
Advanced Excel skills will be a must, as well as solid experience using cloud based accounting systems (ie Xero) and any experience either running or managing payroll will be a plus.
Importantly, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate maturity, strong attention to detail and the ability to work flexibly in an ever changing environment.
In return for your professionalism, commitment and care, Nganampa Health Council offers you a truly unique and satisfying career opportunity.
We provide excellent financial rewards and the chance to experience a different side to Australia. The successful applicant for this position will also be offered return airfares or equivalent if you are moving to Alice Springs from within Australia and Nganampa will also assist with your accommodation for the first week while you make housing arrangements.
But most importantly, whatever role you join us in, we empower you to make a difference on the frontline of primary health care for Indigenous Australians.
To apply, please respond to the questions below and attach a resume on request.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
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