Finance Support Officer

Bring a Better World Closer!

• North Ryde- International Christian Organisation
• FT - Hybrid Working available
• Salary packaging arrangements

Looking to build on your early finance career while making a real difference in the world?

Baptist World Aid Australia is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Support Officer to join our Finance Team. This is a great opportunity for someone with around 1–2 years' experience in a finance or accounts role wanting to build broader hands-on experience across accounts payable, payroll, reconciliations and financial administration within a purpose-driven organisation committed to ending poverty.

At Baptist World Aid Australia, you'll be part of an organisation that works alongside communities in more than 20 countries to help create lasting change. Every day, your work will contribute to supporting programs that empower people to overcome poverty and build brighter futures.

This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes within the organisation. It's well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, has strong analytical skills, and thrives on task completion.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

The accounts payable process

• Handling account inquiries, managing other financial transactions such as credit card and petty cash payments, and assisting with international partner payments and month-end reconciliations.
• Handling account inquiries Managing other financial transactions such as credit card and petty cash payments, and assisting with international partner payments and month-end reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate financial records for audit and compliance, and providing reports and participating in projects as needed.

This position suits someone who can work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Who are we looking for?

You'll have around 1–2 years' experience in a finance or accounts role, with a strong aptitude and readiness to build further skills.

• Completed a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Some experience with accounts payable /payroll processing or finance administration
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Initiative and a positive, customer-focused attitude
• Alignment to the mission and values of Baptist World Aid Australia

Bonus points if you have experience with:

• NetSuite or similar systems
• International payments
• Not-for-profit organisations

Why Work At Baptist World Aid?

Baptist World Aid Australia is a trusted, Christian international aid and development organisation. Established in Australia, we partner with other Christian organisations working on the ground in vulnerable communities around the world to bring lasting change through best practice community development. Last year, our work saw more than 800,000 people take decisive steps away from poverty.

Want to bring a better world closer every day? Apply now!

Why Join Us and What Do We Offer?

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Gain exposure to a broad range of finance functions
• Develop highly sought-after payroll and accounting skills
• Work for an organisation creating meaningful global impact
• Build a career within a values-driven workplace
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and exceptional employee benefits, including:
• Salary sacrificing
• Staff Encounter Trips
• Additional annual leave between Christmas and New Year
• Life Leave
• Paid parental leave
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks
• Ability to purchase annual leave
• Recognition awards
• Learning and Development support
• Employee Assistance Program

Applications close on the advetised closing date, however we will be reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they apply and may choose to close this role early, so please don't wait until the closing date to apply, we want to hear from you today!

A satisfactory criminal record check and working with children check are mandatory.

Please note: Baptist World Aid is committed to safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our activities and we will seek a criminal record check and working with children check as a part of the selection process. Candidates may also be required to undergo other selection testing.

Baptist World Aid Australia is committed to a diverse workplace and is an inclusive workplace that welcomes all applicants who meet the position description criteria. If you have an individual need that requires adjustments to be made through the recruitment process, please reach out to one of our team members and let us know at recruitment@baptistworldaid.org.au.