Finance Assistant Accountant

The Assistant Accountant role is based at Whiddon Support Services in Glenfield and forms part of the Finance (Revenue) team. This position plays an important role in supporting revenue operations across the organisation, ensuring accurate client billing, funding reconciliations, revenue reporting, and financial administration. You will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to support efficient revenue processes and help maintain compliance with legislative and organisational requirements. A BOUT YOU Y ou are tertiary qualified in Accounting, Business or Finance and you come with a strong understanding of accounting principles, month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting. You are experienced in accounting, revenue services, accounts receivable or similar financial roles (aged care preferred). You come with demonstrated leadership and coaching skills with a desire to develop these further, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and strong finance, reconciliation and systems abilities. Experience with aged care legislation, bulling rules and funding structures (Residential, HCP, SAH, NDIS) is highly desirable. You have demonstrated experience in general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations, strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data, along with experience with month-end journals, accruals and adjustments. ABOUT US We’re a large, award-winning not-for-profit organisation – get to know us, we’re not your average aged care company. Whether you’re working with the operations teams to organise programs, or various subject matter experts to develop quality resources, you can rest assured knowing that you will be working alongside likeminded values-based people within our Support Services teams. Our benefits are extensive, from fantastic external training and learning, working from home arrangements, five (5) weeks Annual Leave, FBT and salary packaging and Long Service Leave after 5 years. More than that, Whiddon is a company that truly strive to put people at the heart of everything we do. ABOUT THE ROLE Key responsibilities of this role include: Building and maintaining strong working relationships with service managers, coordinators, revenue staff and corporate teams, providing professional financial support and advice on billing, funding and revenue-related matters. Preparng monthly revenue and balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, reclassifications and other month-end accounting activities across multiple funding streams and service programs. Supporting the integrity of revenue and billing data through reconciliation, validation and analysis, investigating variances and identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Assisting with revenue forecasting, scenario modelling, financial planning and the preparation of management reports, KPI reporting and revenue analysis to support decision-making. Contributing to revenue optimisation by monitoring financial performance, identifying process improvements and developing tools, templates and reports that enhance efficiency and accuracy. Supporting debtor management activities, including monitoring overdue accounts, maintaining accurate records, identifying high-risk debt and escalating issues where appropriate. Liaising with residents, families, solicitors, government departments and external agencies regarding funding, fees, accounts and complex debtor matters as required. Maintaining strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, organisational policies, legislative requirements and audit obligations. Preparing supporting documentation, work papers and schedules for audits, statutory reporting and management review, including variance commentary and financial insights. We are a not-for-profit organisation, but more importantly, we are like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, clients, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect. We are hoping you’ll join our fantastic Whiddon family at Glenfield on a permanent full-time basis. WHAT WE OFFER At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around ‘Five Pillars’ – mind, body, financial, social and career. Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave) Access to L ong Service Leave after 5 years 12 weeks paid Parental Leave Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support Hybrid working model. Enjoy a mix of working from home and in the office, and our Work from Anywhere Policy – Support services only Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay . Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how: Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc. Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc. Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport. Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners. Quarterly gifts , including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad-hoc gifts from time to time. Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more! Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star. Learning, learning, learning . Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships and more… we want to support your educational journey! Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more. Recognition for successfully completing your probation period. Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. To find out more about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon then visit our website https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/