Accounts Assistant/Corporate Office Park (Full-time)
Organisation: Youthworks
Location: Sydney CBD
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Applications Close: as soon as position is filled
ANGLICAN YOUTHWORKS
Youthworks is chartered by ordinance to assist the Sydney Anglican diocese in its ministry towards children, youth, and families with the freedom to serve beyond this field (both denominationally and geographically). Youthworks therefore seeks to serve youth directly, as well as through the institutions where they may be found, namely in families, churches, and schools. It fulfils this through its vision, mission and values as stated on our website.
ACCOUNTS, DATA & FINANCE (ADF)
Youthworks’ ADF Team is to ensure Youthworks remains solvent, maintains strong internal / financial controls, and properly stewards its resources and future. This will include (but not limited to) ensuring that it operates within budget; plans effectively; maximises the use of its resources (including property); has appropriate information systems; acts in compliance with appropriate policies and legislation; acts in alignment with its strategy; and identifies and manages risks. The division also undertakes special projects: assisting the CEO to execute key strategic projects relating to existing ministry teams; and exploring new opportunities that align with Youthworks’ strategy.
POSITION PURPOSE
The purpose of the position is to assist the Accounting & Finance Manager and the Assistant Accountant with Accounts Payables and various accounting functions.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounts Assistant
- Check and Enter suppliers’ invoices
- Process payments via direct deposits and credit cards
- Attend general enquiries relating to suppliers’ accounts
- Reconcile suppliers’ statements
Accounts Receivables
- Send monthly statements
- Follow up with phone calls for outstanding debts
- Attend general enquiries relating to customer accounts
- Record and apply incoming payments (via bank transfers, cheques, credit cards, etc.) against customer accounts.
- Perform bank reconciliations both daily and at accounting month-end
- Track collection performance using Accounts Receivable aging reports
- Maintain the SAP Concur platform
- Process reimbursements through SAP Concur
- Assist the Finance team with end-of-month reporting
- Calculating six-monthly royalties and maintaining the royalties accrual spreadsheet
- Troubleshooting ad-hoc issues on Salesforce/Concur/EWay
General accounts
- Undertake other duties related to the role as directed by the Accounting & Finance Manager or the Assistant Accountant
- Ensure that any irregularities in operations and systems are reported to relevant stakeholders as soon as possible
Employee responsibilities
- Attend Youthworks conferences, events, and training
- Adhere to Youthworks policies and procedures
- Propose and undertake appropriate professional development
- Keep abreast of industry knowledge, initiatives, and changes for continuous improvement in service delivery
- Perform additional duties within skill set as required from time to time
- Comply with Youthworks standards as well as industry regulations and safety standards
- Contribute to the improvement of the policies and procedures
- Ensure all relevant reporting occurs promptly, is enacted as needed and filed accordingly
- Model Christian behaviour in all aspects of the role
- Work autonomously and effectively in a ministry environment where it is important that time is used efficiently, honestly, and resourcefully
- Be an active team member participating in team meetings and devotions, and be an active member of the Youthworks community
- Demonstrate continual commitment to Youthworks’ Mission
- Work consistently with the values and ethos of Youthworks as a Christian employer
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (SELECTION CRITERIA)
Essential
- Accounting knowledge
- A working knowledge and background of church environment and accounting
- Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payables and Receivables and other accounting functions
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of teamwork and results-orientation
- Demonstrated ability to work within an environment of evolving priorities and tasks, while maintaining a high attention to detail
- Ability to grasp large amounts of information and be able to quickly learn and adapt
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and to be flexible to reflect changes in priority
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications and databases
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with a focus on providing strong customer service
- A systematic and focused approach to tasks with a strong attention to detail
- An ability to work to set deadlines
- An ability to work with a wide range of staff to achieve effective outcomes
- Strong work ethos
- Personal Christian faith and willingness to work within an Anglican organization
- Commitment to work with Youthworks mission
- Verified and Cleared NSW Working With Children Check number for paid employment
- Problem-solving skills
Desirable
- TAFE/Tertiary qualification in Accounting (or currently studying Accounting)
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel covering Pivot tables, V Look Ups, and formulas
- Experience working in a not-for-profit organization
- Experience using Salesforce
To note: Training can be provided for the right candidate
How to apply
How to apply follow the link below to the Youthworks website, obtain the Position Description and submit in writing a cover letter and resume by clicking 'Apply Now'.
Additionally, please upload the completed Application Form when submitting your cover letter and resume.
Your application should address all selection criteria listed in the position description and include current qualifications, relevant professional experience and Christian ministry involvement. Please include a past employer.
Anglican Youthworks is committed to the Working with Children Checks; persons who are ineligible may not apply. A valid Working with Children Check number for paid employment must be obtained and verified prior to an offer of employment being made.
For general enquiries please email humanresources@youthworks.net. (Applications submitted via this address will not be processed).
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
If your skills are a fit, you will be contacted by a member of our recruitment/HR team.
To note applications cannot be processed until a completed application form is submitted. |
