<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Our client is an respected and growing financial services business with a strong presence in the Australian wealth management and accounting sector. Long established and highly regarded, they are known as a highly collaborative work environment with a strong history and culture of professional development.</p><p>The Melbourne office has developed a particularly strong reputation for its collaborative culture and high-performing team. It is an environment where people work closely together, share knowledge and take pride in delivering a quality service to clients, as well as a genuine interest in supporting one another's development.</p><p>As the practice further develops, they are seeking to add an SMSF Accountant to their high performing Melbourne team.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Working as part of an experienced and high-performing SMSF team, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of self-managed superannuation funds, ensuring the accurate preparation of financial statements, tax returns and associated compliance requirements.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing a portfolio of SMSFs and providing ongoing administration support to clients.</li><li>Preparing high-quality financial statements and ensuring funds are finalised and ready for audit.</li><li>Processing SMSF transactions, including investment purchases and disposals, contributions, pension payments and income distributions.</li><li>Completing bank and investment reconciliations, reviewing tax statements and ensuring supporting documentation is in place.</li><li>Preparing and lodging SMSF tax returns, IAS and BAS where required.</li><li>Managing compliance requirements, identifying potential issues and communicating these to relevant parties.</li><li>Liaising with external auditors to facilitate the timely completion of fund audits.</li><li>Communicating with the ATO, including through the tax agent portal.</li></ul><p>Obtaining actuarial certificates and managing outstanding information required to finalise accounts.</p><ul><li>Responding to client queries and ensuring matters are addressed accurately and within agreed timeframes.</li><li>Contributing to workflow improvements and the efficient use of accounting, CRM and document management systems.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p>Ideally, you will bring:</p><ul><li>Approximately 2 years' experience in SMSF accounting or administration.</li><li>Practical experience using Class Super.</li><li>Demonstrated capability preparing SMSF financial statements and managing associated tax and compliance requirements.</li><li>A sound understanding of SMSF transactions, including contributions, pensions, investments and member balances.</li><li>The ability to manage a high-volume workflow while maintaining accuracy and meeting important deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to take ownership of client and stakeholder queries.</li><li>A proactive approach, with the initiative to identify issues and look for opportunities to improve processes.</li><li>A positive, flexible and collaborative approach to working as part of a close-knit team.</li></ul><p> </p><p>For the right candidate, this represents an opportunity to join and thrive in an established, high-performing SMSF team with a genuinely strong workplace culture.</p><p>The successful candidate will work alongside experienced colleagues who are approachable and supportive. They will enjoy a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment where people are encouraged to contribute and be given the opportunity to develop their technical expertise within a specialist and growing area of accounting.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an SMSF Accountant looking to join a quality team where the culture is just as important as the work itself.</p><p>This is a permanent opportunity, however the business would be especially interested in hearing from applicants who are available to commence soon.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Reference Number: </em>06810-0013539175 - PM</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5tY2tpbm5leS4zMjgxNS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Are you a hands-on finance professional looking to take ownership of the finance function within a purpose-driven, growing organisation?</p><p>We're partnering with a national, industry-led not-for-profit organisation focused on strengthening Australia's workforce through education, skills development and workforce planning across the health, aged care, disability, early childhood education, human services, sport and recreation sectors.</p><p>Working closely with government and industry, the organisation plays an important role in identifying workforce needs, improving training pathways and supporting the development of a skilled workforce for the future.</p><p>With a small, collaborative team and a national footprint, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Manager who enjoys being hands-on, working across the full spectrum of finance and partnering closely with senior leadership.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, balancing hands-on financial management with budgeting, reporting, compliance and strategic financial support.</p><p>As part of a lean organisation, this is a genuine end-to-end role where you will work closely with an external accounting firm to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, manage compliance requirements and support the organisation's financial operations. You will also partner with the CEO, executive team and project leaders to provide meaningful financial insights, support decision-making and ensure funding is managed effectively.</p><p>You will manage one direct report, an Administration Officer, and play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, improving processes and supporting the organisation's ongoing development.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Hands-on financial management: Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash flow and expenditure monitoring.</li><li>Financial reporting: Review monthly management accounts, analyse variances and prepare clear, accurate financial information for senior leadership, the Board and funding bodies.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting: Coordinate annual budgets, reforecasts and financial modelling, working closely with the external accounting firm and internal stakeholders.</li><li>External provider management: Act as the primary contact for the outsourced accounting firm, coordinating financial reporting, payroll, audit requirements and statutory compliance.</li><li>Funding and grants: Monitor grant expenditure, track funding milestones and prepare acquittals and financial reports in line with government funding agreements.</li><li>Governance and compliance: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation obligations, ACNC reporting requirements and relevant funding conditions.</li><li>Process improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, reporting, systems and internal controls.</li><li>Team leadership: Support and develop one direct report while fostering a collaborative and accountable working environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>You are a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and getting involved in the detail. You are comfortable operating in a small organisation where flexibility, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.</p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>A degree or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, with CA/CPA qualification or working towards completion.</li><li>At least five years' experience in finance or accounting, including two or more years at a management or senior accountant level.</li><li>Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>The ability to manage relationships with external accounting providers, auditors and other stakeholders.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation and financial compliance.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work autonomously in a small, distributed team.</li></ul><p>Experience within the not-for-profit sector, government-funded programs, grant acquittals or ACNC reporting would be advantageous.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></span></p><p> </p><ul><li>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to workforce development across essential Australian industries.</li><li>A broad, hands-on Finance Manager role with exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting.</li><li>The opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a small, collaborative organisation.</li><li>A close working relationship with the Director of Corporate Services and an established external accounting firm.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility to work from anywhere in Australia and occasional travel as required.</li></ul><p style="display: inline !important;">If you're looking for a varied Finance Manager role where you can combine strong technical accounting skills with business partnering and make a genuine impact within a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1GVT000008IM5V"><em>06810-0013520259</em></a><em>LH</em></p><p> </p><p><strong><em>This is a hybrid position </em></strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjkwNjM5LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>The company:</strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a well-established not-for-profit in the Melbourne CBD to find a Systems Accountant. This is a 6 to 8 month contract with a clear intention to make the role permanent.<br /> <br /> The group is growing following a recent merger. This role will lead the finance systems side of that growth, while also owning core month end and reporting. It's a rare mix of project and BAU work in a purpose-driven organisation.</p><p>Our client offers a collaborative and friendly working culture with the opportunity to work from home on a hybrid model.<br /> <br /> <strong>The role</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts, dashboards and reports.</li><li>Analyse revenue, costs, margins and KPIs, with clear commentary on variances.</li><li>Build financial models and scenario analysis to support key decisions.</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the annual budget and forecasts with budget owners.</li><li>Challenge assumptions and track performance, flagging issues and recommending action.</li></ul><ul><li>Prepare and review journals, accruals, prepayments, allocations and reconciliations.</li><li>Support month end and year end close, audit and statutory reporting.</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and audit-ready records.</li></ul><ul><li>Partner with leaders and budget owners, turning numbers into practical insight.</li><li>Support business cases, pricing, investment decisions and cost management.</li></ul><ul><li>Improve reporting and finance processes through automation and better use of systems.</li><li>Maintain the integrity of financial data and reporting structures.</li><li>Support system migrations and implementations, including data cleansing, UAT and go-live.</li></ul><p><br /> <strong>Your profile:</strong></p><ul><li>CA or CPA qualified, or close to completion.<br /> * A track record in system implementation, data migration or entity integration.<br /> * Solid month end and consolidation experience across multiple entities.<br /> * Confident working with senior stakeholders, system users and external vendors.<br /> * Not-for-profit experience is a bonus but not essential.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><a href="https://rh--c.vf.force.com/a1GVT000008Q8dF"><em>06810-0013527758</em></a>FM</p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong>This is a hybrid position.</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGVlb24udGF5bG9yZGVhbi45MjE3Ny4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Our client is a leading ASX 200-listed, multi-disciplinary organisation operating across a diverse portfolio of services throughout Australia and New Zealand. With a strong focus on operational excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, the business is investing in its finance function and offers employees the opportunity to work within a large, complex and highly collaborative environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead a small accounting team and take ownership of month-end close, balance sheet integrity, financial controls and stakeholder engagement across a complex operational portfolio. This is a high-profile role providing exposure to senior stakeholders, involvement in finance transformation projects, flexible working arrangements requiring 2-3 days per week in the office, a collaborative culture and the opportunity to develop your leadership career within a large ASX-listed organisation.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></span></p><ul><li>Lead month-end close and financial reporting activities</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure P&L integrity</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues and control exceptions</li><li>Manage and develop a small accounting team</li><li>Partner with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit requirements</li><li>Drive process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Support a hybrid onshore/offshore delivery model</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>CA or CPA qualified</li><li>Experience as a Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, Financial Controller or similar</li><li>Strong technical accounting and month-end reporting experience</li><li>Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities</li><li>Ability to identify issues, improve processes and drive outcomes</li><li>Experience with a large, complex organization preferred</li><li>Exposure to shared services or offshore teams is advantageous</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Reference Number: </em></strong></p><p><strong>06810-0013537615SG</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2Vhbi5HcmFubmVsbC41MzEzMS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting long-term opportunity with a large and well-established healthcare organisation. Operating within a complex and fast-paced environment, the organisation is committed to delivering essential services to the community while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience, compliance, and operational excellence.</p><p>As Payroll Operations Team Leader, you will play a key role in leading payroll operations, ensuring the delivery of accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services while fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture. This position offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a large organisation undergoing ongoing growth and continuous improvement initiatives.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About the Role</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Head of Payroll Operations, and leading a team of Payroll Officers, your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading and coordinating end-to-end payroll operations across a large and complex workforce</li><li>Coaching, mentoring, and developing a payroll team to deliver exceptional service outcomes</li><li>Overseeing payroll accuracy, compliance, and service delivery performance</li><li>Managing payroll escalations and resolving complex payroll matters</li><li>Interpreting and applying Enterprise Agreements, payroll legislation, taxation, and superannuation requirements</li><li>Supporting payroll governance, audit readiness, and risk management activities</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across People & Culture, Finance, and operational teams</li><li>Monitoring KPIs and identifying opportunities to improve payroll efficiency and service delivery</li><li>Driving process improvement, automation, and system enhancement initiatives</li><li>Supporting testing, implementation, and continuous improvement projects within payroll operations</li><li>Maintaining a strong employee-focused approach and delivering high-quality payroll support</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">What's on Offer</span></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Permanent full-time opportunity</li><li>Competitive salary package</li><li>Melbourne CBD location</li><li>Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing payroll team</li><li>Exposure to large-scale payroll operations and transformation initiatives</li><li>Supportive and collaborative leadership environment</li><li>Long-term career development opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience leading payroll operations within a large, complex environment. You will be a proactive and hands-on leader with strong technical payroll knowledge and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.</p><p>You will also possess:</p><ul><li>Experience leading or mentoring payroll professionals within a high-volume payroll environment</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, Enterprise Agreements, taxation, and superannuation compliance</li><li>Experience managing payroll risk, governance, and audit requirements</li><li>A track record of implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>The ability to build effective relationships across Payroll, HR, Finance, and operational teams</li><li>Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>If you're looking for an opportunity to step into a payroll leadership role within a complex and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p>Reference Number: 06810-0013540687JJC</p><p><br />This is an on-site position.</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/am9yZGFuYS5jaGFwcGVsbGpvaG5zdG9uZS4wNTE0MS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">