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Introduction:Why Baptist World Aid Australia?If you have a desire to be part of a passionate, committed, people-oriented organisation that is committed to ending poverty then youre in the right place!Baptist World Aid Australia is an international Christian development organisation working in over 20 countries. We partner with like-minded organisations overseas to implement community development and disaster projects that empower communities to lift themselves out of poverty. Last year, our work directly benefited around 800,000 people.When you join Baptist World Aid, youll become part of a rich, 60-year history. As a valued member of our finance team, youll be integral to achieving our mission of helping Australians tackle the injustice of global poverty.Were looking for someone with the know-how, passion, and commitment to inspire our faithful supporters to action on poverty is it you?Description:Based in Sydney, you will join a small team and play a key role in managing payments, reconciling accounts, processing payroll and payroll changes and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.The Finance Support Officer at Baptist World Aid Australia plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes within the organisation. This position is designed for an individual who is detail-oriented and possesses strong analytical skills, with a passion for contributing to the BWA mission.In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that contribute to the overall financial health of the organisation, including:Execute in a timely manner all Accounts payableManage all aspects of payroll processing including superannuation and salary packagingHandle account inquiries and follow up as neededManage the many other financial transactions such as International Partner payments, credit card and petty cash paymentsMaintain accurate financial records for audit and compliance and provide reports as needed.This position requires someone who can work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and demonstrate a commitment to the values of Baptist World Aid Australia. The Finance Support Officer will play an integral part in fostering a culture of accountability and transparency within the organisations finance operations.Skills and Experiences:Who are we looking for?You may be an Accounts Assistant looking for a change, a bookkeeper or an administrator who has had exposure to accounts.Ideally, you will have:Minimum of 2- 3 years experience in accounts payable and Australian payroll, with a good knowledge of accounting principles and GL processes and financial controls.Customer service orientated with a can-do attitudeStrong attention to detail.Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.Aligned to the vision and mission and values of Baptist World Aid.It would be an advantage if you had:Demonstrated ability in managing NetSuite or similar financial/ERP systemDemonstrated experience in making international paymentsNot for profit salary packaging experience.What do we offer?We want our people to live life to the full and have developed a range of Better World benefits to create a valued employee experience. Some of the ways we make this possible are:Salary sacrificingStaff Encounter TripsAdditional annual leave between Christmas and New yearLife LeavePaid parental leaveWork from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeksAbility to purchase annual leaveRecognition awardsFlexible and remote workLearning and Development supportEmployee Assistance Program and Chaplaincy supportSuperannuation Matching Contribution for those eligible.Applications close on Wednesday 30 April. We will be reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they apply, so please don''t wait until the closing date to apply, we want to hear from you today!Please note: Baptist World Aid is a safeguarding organisation and our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our activities. As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to undergo psychometric testing, police checks and working with children checks.Baptist World Aid Australia values diversity. We are an inclusive workplace that understands the power of diversity and building a culture that provides a sense of belonging. We welcome all applicants who meet the position description criteria. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. If you have a disability and require adjustments to be made through the recruitment process, please reach out to one of our friendly team members and let us know at recruitment@baptistworldaid.org.au. #J-18808-Ljbffr