Senior Finance Officer

Full time - ongoing

Why Join Relationships Australia NT?

Make a meaningful difference while enjoying a workplace that truly supports you—professionally, personally, and culturally. At RA-NT, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to strengthening communities across Central Australia. We offer:

• Generous leave benefits – Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading, along with some additional paid Christmas closure days to unwind.
• Investment in your growth – Access up to $2,000 PD funding annually
• Strong wellbeing support – Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, one paid Wellness Day each year, and regular cultural and wellbeing events.
• Attractive salary packaging – Maximise your take-home pay with up to $15,899 tax-free per year, plus $2,650 in meal and entertainment benefits.
• Relocation assistance – Eligible interstate candidates can receive up to $4,000 to help make the move to Northern Australia seamless.
• Community impact – Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real, lasting difference for individuals, families, and communities across the region.

Position Statement:

The Senior Finance Officer plays a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the organisation, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and contributing to strategic financial planning. This position is essential for maintaining the financial health of the company and supporting decision-making processes through accurate financial reporting and analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation, awards, and organisational policies, and respond to payroll enquiries.
• Prepare and lodge statutory obligations including superannuation, BAS, PAYG and FBT in line with Australian Taxation Office requirements.
• Oversee accounts receivable functions including debt recovery and reconciliation of aged debtor accounts, with an understanding of accounts payable processes.
• Complete monthly and year-end financial processes including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, account analysis and variance investigations.
• Prepare financial reports and acquittals, and coordinate documentation for interim and annual audits, acting as a key liaison with auditors.
• Maintain financial systems and records (including MYOB), ensuring data integrity, security and compliance with funding agreements and internal controls.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting and financial analysis to support organisational planning and decision-making.
• Provide guidance, training and oversight to finance team members to ensure high-quality financial operations.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of finance systems, policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Handle sensitive financial and employee information with professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.

Find a copy of the full job description here.

Qualifications and Experience

Key Selection Criteria

• Qualification in commerce, business or accounting
• Advanced experience in payroll, MYOB and Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy and ability to handle complex and sensitive information
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and collaboration skills
• Experience of working in a highly confidential environment 
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines
• Willingness to undergo a police check and working with children clearance
• High level of Knowledge of financial policies, procedures, legislation, and essential accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations 
• Experience in developing and training other team members 

Desirable 

• Study towards accounting professional certifications (CPA or CA) 

Requirements

• A satisfactory Northern Territory working with children check.
• A satisfactory national criminal history check.
• A commitment to our Safeguarding Children Practice and Behavior Guidelines.

How to Apply                       

If this role is of a perfect fit for you, please submit your application including:

• A copy of your current resume; and
• A cover letter addressing the Key Selection criteria outlined above and your relevant experience.

To discuss this position further please contact the HR team on 08 8923 4999.

Relationships Australia NT encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.