Finance Officer (Part Time - 12 Month Contract) (Bayswater)

**Introduction**: Our purpose is to enrich the lives of people living independently in their own homes through connection to services and community.

About ECHO

Our goal is to provide services at the same time, on the same day and with the same team of Support Workers which means that you know the people who are coming and the time they will arrive.

As a registered charity, we specialize in caring for the elderly, empowering them to maintain their independence with dignity.

Our commitment lies in delivering in-home services 7 days a week for Home Care Package recipients and 5 days a week for CHSP recipients.

We prioritize trust and continuity by guaranteeing our clients consistent support workers and scheduled services, thereby upholding their well-being and dignity.

**Description**: **The role**: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team on a part-time basis. This is a 12-month contract position with work hours from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday to Friday or offering a degree of flexibility to accommodate school hours.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing financial transactions, including but not limited to: Maintaining accurate accounting records Conducting monthly reporting Handling accounts payable and receivable including precise and timely invoicing, payment allocations, reconciliations and banking Work collaboratively with all departments to address any customer queries, billing discrepancies or disputes in a timely manner.

This role requires a high level of accuracy, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment.

**Skills and Experiences**: **Essential**: Over 2 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Xero accounting software.

**Desirable**: Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or related field.

**Competency**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently. Above average interpersonal and communication skills Above average numerical skills. Abstract reasoning and problem solving skills. Proven attention to detail. Fluent and clearly spoken English language skills.

**Desirable**: Current Motor Vehicle licence

**Perks**: Salary sacrifice options to optimize take-home pay. Free parking facilities. Supportive and inclusive team environment. A family-friendly workplace. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3raw93