Senior Finance Officer

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (AUD 90,000–100,000

Superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

Meal and entertainment expenses

Job summary

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation on the Gold Coast, seeks a Senior Finance Officer to lead payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting with strong governance. You will mentor junior staff and support the Finance & Corporate Services Manager and CFO.

Role requires detailed, hands-on accounting expertise and a collaborative mindset to support community programs across health, community, and family

Qualifications

• Extensive experience using accounting software and MS Office suite.
• Demonstrated previous experience in a similar hands-on role (minimum 5 years) – ability to problem solve; innovate; and act as a technical lead across the finance team.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask whilst maintaining a high level of quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing with high level oversight (including termination payments, reimbursements, superannuation and PAYGW).
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable with strong financial controls and timely processing of transactions.
• Coordinate and oversee bank reconciliations, corporate card statements, and cash floats maintaining accurate records.
• Process accounting entries to support internal financial reporting.
• Maintain asset register (financial) transactions as directed by Finance and Corporate Services Manager.
• Support periodical acquittal reports to funding bodies.
• Provide general accounting support to Finance and Corporate Services Manager and CFO.
• Provide technical accounting support and mentoring to junior finance team members.
• Ad-hoc project-based support with Finance and Corporate Services Manager, CFO and Systems team.
• Ensure accurate processing of transactions with high compliance.
• Provide feedback on team performance and workflow efficiency.
• Support tenancy financial functions for residential and commercial properties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Join the Kalwun Team - Make a Real Impact in Community!

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation, is calling on passionate changemakers to join our Finance team.

Whether you’re delivering frontline services, supporting our community behind the scenes, or helping to strengthen cultural connections, your work will make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across South East Queensland. Kalwun offers a wide range of programs across health, community, and family services, all grounded in culture, care, and connection.

About the role

This is a diverse and hands‑on role.

You will be required to execute efficient, accurate and timely processing of transactions ensuring we meet our financial compliance and reporting standards.

Being detail orientated and having an analytical mind to problem solve is a must as the Senior Finance Officer provides varied accounting and financial support, contributing significantly to ensuring the smooth operation of the company, consistent with our Vision and Values.

About You

• Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy keeping things running smoothly?
• Are you a Senior Finance Officer with personality to boot who loves supporting people and helping people as part of your day?
• Are you a looking for your next career opportunity within a forward-thinking organisation focused on having positive impact within community?

If the answer is Yes, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing

• High level oversight and processing of payroll (including termination payments, employee reimbursements, superannuation and PAYGW)
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of transactions.
• Coordinate and oversee the reconciliation of bank accounts, corporate card statements, and cash floats, ensuring accurate financial records and adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
• Process relevant accounting entries to support accurate and timely periodic internal financial reporting.
• Process and maintain asset register (financial) transactions as directed by Finance and Corporate Services Manager
• Assisting the Finance and Corporate Services Manager with managing periodical acquittal reports to funding bodies
• General accounting support to the Finance and Corporate Services Manager and CFO as required.
• Provide technical accounting support and mentoring to junior finance team members, promoting efficient workflow management, timely delivery of deadlines, and strong financial data integrity.
• Ad-hoc project-based support in collaboration with Finance and Corporate Services Manager, CFO and Systems team
• Ensure efficient processing of transactions whilst ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance with technical requirements.
• Providing the Finance and Corporate Services Manager with informed feedback on team performance and workflow efficiency, identifying improvement opportunities, and recommending practical solutions to enhance outcomes.
• Maintain financial transactions and provide support to the Property Manager and CFO with companywide tenancy arrangements (residential and commercial) – financial functions

About You

You’re someone who:

• Builds strong, respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Brings 5 years experience in a similar role
• Is passionate about making a positive impact and supporting others with heart and purpose

Selection criteria

• Extensive experience using accounting software and MS Office suite.
• Demonstrated previous experience in a similar hands‑on role (minimum 5 years) – specifically the ability to problem solve; innovate; and act as a technical lead across the finance team.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask whilst maintaining a high level of quality.

Requirements

• National police check

What we offer

Kalwun values the contributions of all staff and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all staff feel accepted, included and welcomed. Our Employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive salary of $90,000 - $100,000 + super
• Salary sacrifice of $15,900 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay, plus meal and entertainment expenses of $2,650
• Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
• 5 weeks annual leave + extra paid personal leave
• A workplace where mob lead the way.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Together, let’s build stronger futures for our kids, our families, and our communities.