Finance and Payroll Lead
Core
Overseeing day-to-day finance processing, payroll operations, financial reporting, and compliance for a not-for-profit community organization.
Role type
Senior Finance and Payroll Lead (hands-on IC)
Builds
Monthly management accounts, financial reports, variance commentary, and accurate payroll processing.
Domain
Not-for-profit / Community Services / Australian Public Sector
Required skills
Accounting, Payroll processing, Financial reconciliation, Financial reporting, Budgeting and forecasting, Statutory compliance (BAS, IAS, Superannuation), General ledger management, Award compliance (SCHADS), Team supervision
Preferred skills
CPA/CA qualification, Not-for-profit experience, Employment Hero proficiency, Xero proficiency
Technologies
Xero, Employment Hero, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Overseeing day-to-day finance processing and reviewing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations and general ledger transactions. Preparing journals, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting month-end and year-end processes. Processing fortnightly payroll and maintaining payroll settings, award rates, classifications, allowances, and entitlements. Supporting compliance with the SCHADS Award and relevant payroll requirements. Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and variance commentary. Supporting budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts. Monitoring statutory obligations including superannuation, BAS and IAS. Maintaining accurate, compliant, and audit-ready financial records. Providing day-to-day supervision, guidance, and quality oversight to the Finance Officer. Identifying discrepancies and emerging financial issues and escalating material or complex matters when required.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC