Financial Accountant

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services.  Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities. 

Your Role

As Financial Accountant, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding the Society’s financial integrity and supporting informed decision-making across the organisation. Working closely with the Financial Controller and the broader Finance Directorate, you’ll deliver accurate financial reporting, maintain strong controls and provide insights that help maximise impact for the people and communities we serve. This is a hands on role suited to a technically strong accountant who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, improving processes and working in a purpose driven environment.

Your Responsibility

• Supporting delivery of the Society’s Strategic Plan through strong financial stewardship
• Preparing and supporting monthly financials, balance sheet reconciliations and reporting
• Providing timely, accurate financial data and insights to support strategic and operational decisions
• Assisting with budgets, forecasting and financial analysis
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and managing delegations of authority
• Ensuring effective financial controls, policies and procedures are in place
• Leading compliance with internal and external financial control frameworks and regulatory obligations
• Partnering with senior leaders and finance stakeholders to provide accounting and finance expertise
• Supporting continuous improvement across finance systems, controls and processes
• Contributing to effective risk management, governance and workplace health and safety practices

You Will Need

• A relevant tertiary qualification in accounting (or similar) and CPA or CA membership
• Experience using large accounting systems (e.g. Business Central or similar)
• Strong technical accounting capability across reporting, AP/AR and asset management
• The ability to analyse financial data and translate it into clear, meaningful insights
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams and senior stakeholders

Ideally, you’ll also have experience in the NFP or membership based sector, with an understanding of the financial drivers that support community and volunteer led services

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

We offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Flexible Work Options – Enjoy hybrid/flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.