Finance Officer

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks annual leave

Salary packaging benefits

Meal & Accommodation Card

Long service leave

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Culturally safe workplace

Work vehicle for travel

Job summary

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health is seeking a Finance Officer to join the finance team in Ipswich. You will support day-to-day accounting, ensure accurate records, and process payments and reconciliations in a timely manner.

Key duties include handling accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and month-end activities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. A relevant accounting qualification or experience is required.

Qualifications

• Three years of accounting experience or relevant qualification.
• Experience with accounts payable/receivable and payroll.
• Comfort with deadlines and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and reconcile supplier statements.
• Process accounts receivable invoices and follow up on debts.
• Handle payroll processing and salary packaging.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end procedures and journal entries.
• Manage the finance inbox and respond professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Accounting qualification or experience

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health – Ipswich QLD

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health has been serving the Ipswich and West Moreton region since 1976.

With over 100 dedicated team members, we deliver primary health care, specialist and allied health services, early childhood education, and family support programs across our clinics and community centres.

Everything we do is grounded in culture, connection, and community. When you join Kambu Health, you become part of an organisation that genuinely cares about its people, its purpose, and the long-term impact it makes.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Officer to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of Kambu Health's day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring financial records are accurate, reconciliations are completed and payments are processed in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Process supplier bills and reconcile statements to maintain accurate records and ensure timely payments.
• Accounts Receivable: Prepare and issue invoices and follow up outstanding amounts to support timely collection.
• Payroll and Salary Packaging: Process end-to-end payroll, including salary packaging, accurately and confidentially.
• Bank and Credit Card Reconciliation: Complete regular reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy.
• Month-End Accounting: Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries.
• Inbox Management: Monitor and respond to queries received through the Accounts inbox promptly and professionally.

What You'll Bring

• Current Blue Card or willingness to obtain (Mandatory)
• Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD) (Mandatory)
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain (Mandatory)
• A minimum of three years' experience in a similar role.
• A relevant qualification and/or demonstrated experience in accounting.
• Working knowledge of Xero (highly regarded).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills when engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Four weeks annual leave plus additional gifted leave over the Christmas closure period for eligible employees
• Access to up to $15,900 per annum in tax-effective salary packaging benefits
• Meal and Accommodation Card options (FBT exempt)
• QLeave benefits and long service leave accrual opportunities
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Supportive and culturally safe workplace environment
• Access to a Kambu Health vehicle for approved work-related travel

Our Commitment

We operate within a diverse community and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all ethnicities, ages, genders, LGBTQIA+ communities, veterans, and people with disabilities.