Financial Accountant

LivEasy Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Liveasy Care is a growing NDIS provider in South Australia seeking a senior finance leader to run the day-to-day finance function. You will oversee financial reporting, payroll, compliance and drive continuous improvement, mentoring a small finance team.

Reporting to the CEO and working with the General Manager, you’ll manage AR/AP via two Finance Officers, ensure statutory reporting and provide strategic commercial insights to support growth. CPA/CA and Xero experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
• CPA or CA qualified (or working towards).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant or similar senior accounting role.
• Strong experience using Xero.
• Experience using KeyPay or similar payroll software.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing payroll and statutory reporting.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, BAS, GST and Payroll Tax.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or supervising finance staff.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day finance function.
• Mentor, coach and develop two Finance Officers responsible for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage and review the fortnightly payroll process using KeyPay, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Complete month-end journals, reconciliations and balance sheet reviews.
• Prepare BAS, GST, Payroll Tax and other statutory reporting obligations.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Support annual budgeting, year-end financial statements and external audits.
• Develop and strengthen financial controls, reporting processes and system improvements.
• Work closely with the CEO and General Manager by providing financial analysis and commercial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislation.
• Identify opportunities to improve business performance through process improvement and automation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Xero

KeyPay

Payroll

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA qualified or pursuing

Tools

Xero

KeyPay

Job description

Liveasy Care is a growing NDIS provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred disability support services across South Australia. As we continue to grow, we are investing in our people, systems and technology to build a high-performing organisation that delivers exceptional outcomes for both our participants and our team.

Our culture is built around our CARE Values:

Compassion – We care deeply about the people we support and each other.

Accountability – We take ownership of our actions, deliver on our commitments and always act with integrity.

Respect – We value diversity, collaboration and every individual's contribution.

Excellence – We continuously improve, embrace innovation and strive for outstanding outcomes.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine impact while growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the General Manager, you will lead the day-to-day finance function of Liveasy Care.

This is a senior hands-on accounting role where you'll oversee financial reporting, payroll, compliance and continuous improvement while mentoring and supporting a small finance team.

You’ll be supported by two Finance Officers who manage the day-to-day Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions, allowing you to focus on financial reporting, payroll oversight, statutory compliance, financial controls and strategic business support.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving systems, mentoring people and partnering with senior leadership to support a rapidly growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day finance function.

Mentor, coach and develop two Finance Officers responsible for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.

Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Manage and review the fortnightly payroll process using KeyPay, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements.

Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Complete month-end journals, reconciliations and balance sheet reviews.

Prepare BAS, GST, Payroll Tax and other statutory reporting obligations.

Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting and forecasting.

Support annual budgeting, year-end financial statements and external audits.

Develop and strengthen financial controls, reporting processes and system improvements.

Work closely with the CEO and General Manager by providing financial analysis and commercial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislation.

Identify opportunities to improve business performance through process improvement and automation.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.

CPA or CA qualified (or working towards).

Minimum 5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant or similar senior accounting role.

Strong experience using Xero.

Experience using KeyPay or similar payroll software.

Demonstrated experience overseeing payroll and statutory reporting.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, BAS, GST and Payroll Tax.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.

Previous experience mentoring, coaching or supervising finance staff.

A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Highly Desirable

Experience within the NDIS, disability, healthcare, aged care or community services sector.

Understanding of NDIS funding and participant billing.

Experience working in a high-volume payroll environment.

Experience supporting a growing multi-site organisation.

Systems You'll Use

Xero

KeyPay

Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel)

Working Hours

Our standard office hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

We're happy to negotiate earlier or later start and finish times for the right candidate, offering flexibility while ensuring business needs are met.

Why Join Liveasy Care?

Competitive salary of $100,000–$110,000 + Super.

Work directly with the CEO and General Manager and contribute to strategic business decisions.

Lead and mentor a capable finance team supported by two dedicated Finance Officers.

Genuine opportunity to influence systems, processes and organisational growth.

Flexible working arrangements.

Ongoing professional development and career progression.

Be part of a growing organisation where your ideas are valued and your contribution makes a real difference.

Work in a collaborative environment where our CARE Values guide everything we do.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

NDIS Worker Screening Check.

National Police Check.

Current Driver's Licence.