Financial Accountant

SOG B Salary range $146,708 pa - $164,507 pa

Full PBI salary packaging available – adds approximately $6K to your take home pay

Permanent Full-time

The Financial Accountant manages Legal Aid’s financial accounting, including preparing the financial statements and ensuring day to day transactions are recorded in line with relevant accounting standards.  This position will also assist with the payroll function and the strategic direction of the Commission.

At different times, the Financial Accountant will also complete project work as directed by the Chief Financial Officer or the Chief Executive Officer relating to Legal Aid’s financial and administrative processes.

Key Capabilities

Essential:

• Ability to interpret, manipulate and understand data relevant to the management and output of Legal Aid
• Excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to prepare accurate, timely and comprehensive reports
• High level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present data in an accurate and concise manner
• Ability to interpret and apply appropriate legislation.
• Excellent knowledge and application of relevant accounting standards and principles
• Ability to assess priorities and manage competing deadlines both independently and as a member of a team
• Initiative, sound judgment and the capacity to respond to requests for assistance in urgent matters while working in a team environment