About us
HammondCare provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation. We are led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise.
When it comes to our people - those we serve and those who serve - we are committed to inclusion across race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, religion and ability. In our innovative residences, our hospitals, or in client homes, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for older people with complex needs.
We've been caring for people for over 90 years - so, if you love to care, join us, and make a career move that matters.
It’s not just care. It’s HammondCare .
About the role
The Financial Accountant is responsible for a range of Central Finance accounting functions. The role provides critical support to the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller throughout the monthly financial close process, including preparing and posting journals, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting with the review and monitoring of reconciliation status across the Finance team.
This position plays a key role in ensuring financial compliance and governance. Responsibilities include preparing statutory accounts and government reporting requirements, supporting both internal and external audit processes, and contributing to the preparation of the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) return.
This is full-time permanent position working at St Leonards with hybrid opportunities.
What we can offer you
We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including:
NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free)
Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
Flexible working options
Discounts on everyday products and services
Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families
Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families
Health & Wellbeing programmes
Reward & Recognition programmes
Referral bonuses
Career and professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities include
Complete monthly journals including prepayments, accruals, leases and payroll
Complete accurate balance sheet reconciliations on a timely basis
Assist with the status review of balance sheet reconciliations across full finance team
Complete assessments of make good provisions and book appropriate accounting entries including business partnering with relevant team members in the operational team
Contribute to Fringe Benefits Tax return preparation
Coordinate the development of the operational (leases, depreciation, make good provision) and capital budgets
Act as back up for the Fixed Assets Accountant including maintenance of fixed asset register and calculation of depreciation including capitalising assets, running depreciation process and assessing useful lives of assets
Support audit by providing requested information in a timely manner
Assist in preparation of statutory financial statements in line with accounting standards
Contribute to key project initiatives (e.g. GL migration, etc.)
Contribute to other legislative reporting (QFR, ACFR, etc.)
Support Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller as required
About You
Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action
CPA or CA qualified or studying towards
At least 4 year’s experience in a Financial Accounting position
Ability to interpret and apply relevant accounting standards and keep up to date
Demonstrated experience partnering with other finance and operational teams
Strong administrative and computer skills, exposure to SUN and Epicor systems advantageous
Exposure to the Aged Care Sector advantageous
Attention to detail, producing complete, timely and accurate reporting to support decision making
Being agile to manage and prioritise competing priorities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Taking ownership of assigned tasks and follow through
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Empathy and patience
To Apply
If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact [email protected].
Pre- Employment Checks
All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and reference checks
HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
Skills Required
- CPA or CA qualified or studying towards
- Minimum 4 years' experience in a Financial Accounting role
- Prepare and post monthly journals including prepayments, accruals, leases and payroll
- Complete accurate balance sheet reconciliations and review reconciliation status
- Prepare statutory financial statements and government reporting (QFR, ACFR) in line with accounting standards
- Support internal and external audit processes and provide requested information
- Experience managing fixed asset register, depreciation and capitalising assets
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant accounting standards
- Strong administrative and computer skills
- Exposure to SUN and Epicor systems
- Exposure to the Aged Care sector
- Consent to criminal record check and reference checks
What We Do
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity that provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care, and palliative care services across Australia.
