ASSISTANT, FINANCE

Perthcatholic; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is seeking an Assistant, Finance to support end-to-end accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial administration. You will contribute to timely payment runs, reconciliations, and accurate recording of financial transactions within a values-driven, collaborative team.

You will bring strong attention to detail, customer service orientation, and experience with Technologies One, MYOB or Xero. Knowledge of GST in not-for-profit environments is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Experiences in end-to-end finance processes (AP/AR).
• Familiarity with GST within not-for-profit sectors.
• Ability to deliver accurate financial information and maintain records.
• Strong customer service mindset and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end accounts payable and receivable transactions, including invoices, payments, adjustments and reconciliations.
• Generate and monitor invoices, reconcile customer accounts and follow up outstanding balances.
• Prepare vendor reconciliations, resolve discrepancies and maintain supplier records.
• Support payment processing (EFT/BPAY) in line with procedures and terms.
• Process journals and employee reimbursements and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Financial administration

GST in not-for-profit

Customer service

Education

Not-for-profit accounting knowledge

Tools

Technology One

MYOB

Xero

Job description

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Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement? Join the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth as our Assistant, Finance, and play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial operations through the delivery of high-quality accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial administration services.

About the role - a snapshot:

• Manage end-to-end finance processes – Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoice processing, reconciliations, payment runs, journals, and employee reimbursements.
• Deliver accurate and responsive financial services – Provide timely financial information, maintain records, and ensure transactions are processed in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Join a collaborative and values-driven team – Work within a supportive environment that values professionalism, continuous improvement, service excellence, and the mission of the Catholic Archdiocese.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end accounts payable and receivable transactions, including invoices, payments, credit adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Generate, raise, and monitor invoices, reconcile customer accounts, and follow up outstanding balances.
• Prepare vendor reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate supplier records.
• Support payment processing through EFT and BPAY, ensuring compliance with approved procedures and payment terms.
• Process journals, employee reimbursements, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Contribute to process improvements, participate in system testing activities, and apply best-practice financial administration.
• Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service.
• Support compliance with financial policies, governance requirements, and workplace safety practices.

You will possess excellent communication skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Experience using financial software such as Technology One, MYOB, or Xero will be highly regarded, along with knowledge of GST requirements within the not-for-profit sector.

A current National Police Clearance and the legal right to work in Australia are required. Experience working in a Catholic organisation will be highly regarded.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is committed to the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.