Finance Officer
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you looking to join a collaborative team where your attention to detail and financial expertise makes a real impact? You will gain exposure across the full finance function and build broad, hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive team. You’ll play an important role in our end-of-month processes, working with a diverse range of financial data and contributing to the smooth operation of the organisation.
From preparing invoices for tenants and funders, reconciling debtor balances, and reallocating expenses in line with budgets, to managing inter-entity charges and compiling data for internal reporting — no two days will be the same. You’ll also have the opportunity to utilise your payroll knowledge by providing support across payroll operations, stepping in for the Payroll Officer during times of leave and peak busy periods.
If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and being part of a collaborative team, this role offers plenty of opportunity to learn and grow in your career.
ABOUT SUMMIT HEALTH
Since 1995 Summit Health has been helping people across the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island to improve their health and wellbeing. We are a not-for-profit registered charity who assists over 150,000 individuals each year through the provision of high-quality primary and allied health care services.
THE BENEFITS
Salary Packaging – Access a range of salary packaging benefits which exceeds industry standards! Increase your take home pay significantly + more!
Support and Growth – We support and invest in YOU by actively supporting the balance between work and home life, offering on the job training and encouraging you to continuously improve your knowledge and skills.
Culture – Thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork, respect, and supporting one another are at the core of how we work.
Make a Difference – contribute to making a real difference and impact in the local community we support. What you do matters and helps our team be able to deliver the best possible care and service.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who thrives in an evolving environment, with the ability to navigate complexity, think critically, and adapt to changing priorities. You’ll bring a strong understanding of bookkeeping and payroll principles, including journals and reconciliations, and genuinely want to understand the “why” behind processes — not just follow them. You are collaborative, proactive, eager to learn, and motivated to contribute to continuous improvement while supporting the wider finance team as we grow and evolve as an organisation.
We also ask that you have the following:
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- Advanced skills in Excel is essential
- Availability to work full time, 0.8FTE will be considered but we ask that you are available Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
- Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain before commencement
READY TO APPLY?
If you’re someone who enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in contributing to efficient and effective financial operations, we’d love to hear from you!
To learn more about the role and for a copy of the position description, please click here.
To apply, head to Seek here: Finance Officer – SEEK and upload a copy of your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you’re applying!
Applications will be reviewed as they’re received so we encourage you not to delay your application.
We welcome all enquiries directed to Shelby Allen – Finance Manager at shelby.aleen@summithealth.org.au