Financial Accountant

Cancer Trials Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Competitive remuneration package

Salary packaging available

Hybrid work model

Access to a learning management system

Paid parental leave

Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation in Melbourne is seeking a motivated Financial Accountant to provide financial and payroll support to their Finance Manager. The role includes managing financial reports, overseeing payroll processes, and assisting with budgeting. Ideal candidates have a tertiary qualification in Finance, CA/CPA membership, and 3-4 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, 5 weeks annual leave, and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' relevant work experience in a financial accounting role.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience working in a Not-for-profit or Medical/Clinical Research organisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close out process and prepare financial reports.
• Debtor management and monitoring overdue accounts.
• Processing payroll and salary packaging.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting

Membership of a professional Accounting Body (CA/CPA) or working toward

Job description

Overview

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About Us

Cancer Trials Australia (CTA) is a not-for-profit member-based organisation consisting of 33 clinical sites and 3 medical research institutes across Australia and New Zealand. We support the administration and management of clinical trials across both metropolitan and regional hospitals. We work in close partnership with clinical research sites, Sponsors and Contract Research Organisations to ensure patients can gain access to appropriate clinical trials as quickly as possible. CTA is committed to developing internal talent, and places great emphasis on nurturing a culture of compassion and purpose in the workplace.

CTA is committed to equal employment opportunity and ethical practices. We recognise the rich diversity of people and the value that brings to the workplace. We support a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity. This position is open to all people.

Employee Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Competitive remuneration package
• Salary packaging available of up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals/entertainment to maximise your take home pay
• Hybrid work model with minimum 1 day in office
• Access to a robust Learning Management System, including support towards a personal learning and development budget
• Paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and highly organised Financial Accountant to support our growing finance function. This newly created role will provide high-level financial accounting and payroll support to the Finance Manager.

About You

The ideal candidate exhibits exceptional attention to detail and consistently demonstrates a professional approach in their ability to meet deadlines and maintain positive working relationships in addition to confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close out process and prepare financial reports for the Finance Manager.
• Debtor management, including the monitoring over overdue accounts.
• Processing of payroll and salary packaging, including review of changes and provision of adjust file to outsource payroll.
• Provide payroll assistance to all employees where required.
• Assist Finance Manager to prepare annual budget and 6+6 reforecast.
• Support annual audit requirements to meet audit standards.
• Support finance lead projects and initiatives.

Qualifications and experience

• Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting.
• Membership of a professional Accounting Body (CA/CPA) or working toward.
• 3-4 years' relevant work experience in a financial accounting role with regular stakeholder engagement.
• Previous experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Previous experience in supporting an annual audit.
• Previous experience working in a Not-for-profit or Medical/ Clinical Research organisation with exposure to clinical trial budgeting/clinical trial research agreements, would be very highly regarded.

If you envisage yourself in a meaningful role, working alongside a supportive team with a shared purpose and would like the opportunity to contribute to further growth and success at CTA, we encourage you to apply.

The successful applicant will also be required to supply a current National Police Check.

Closing date

Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 5pm.

Please be mindful that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within a week of the closing date.

Shared values

Shared Purpose | Integrity | Collaboration | Adaptability | Compassion

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care