Finance Officer

Finance Officer

• Full time ongoing role based in Adelaide
• Flexible Hybrid Work Environment
• Salary range $72,566 to $78,353 (plus 15.4% super)

Are you ready for a rewarding role that contributes to the self-determination of First Nations peoples? We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Officer to join our dynamic and dedicated team.

Who are we?

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 2005 Act (Cth) (‘the Act’) and subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.

What is the role?

Under the direction of the Manager Finance, the position will provide professional services which contribute to the provision of financial and accounting services to the ILSC, its businesses and its subsidiaries. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the ILSC’s financial responsibilities to ensure integrity of financial records and to ensure accurate internal and external reporting.
• Providing accounting services to Senior Management including:
  • Preparation of monthly summary accounts for ILSC specific projects
  • Assistance with the preparation of statutory annual accounts for ILSC subsidiaries and assistance with consolidated group accounts
  • Assist in the preparation of end of month and end of financial year responsibilities by recording journals, preparing reports and general ledger reconciliations in order that the ILSC meets its financial obligations for reporting to Management, the Board and Government.
• Assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures to promote compliance.
• Process invoices for timely payment in accordance with ILSC’s guidelines and delegations.
• Process purchase card acquittals including pursuing supporting invoices and appropriate approvals in a timely manner.
• Undertake office administration support functions as directed by Manager/Supervisor.

At the ILSC we offer:

• More than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of First Nations peoples. When we return land and water Country to Indigenous ownership, or fund a new Indigenous enterprise or management project, we strengthen and deepen Indigenous connection to Country and advance progress towards self-determination.
• Generous leave entitlements and work conditions, including:
• 4% superannuation on top of your salary
• Flexible hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)
• Not-For-Profit salary packaging
• Paid leave over the Christmas and New Year’s period
• Access to generous parental leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Generous Studies Assistance program
• Health and wellbeing programs:
• Healthy Employment Scheme (HES) – An annual allowance towards your wellbeing
• Screen Based Equipment Scheme – Includes eye testing and an allowance towards spectacles
• Free Skin Checks

If you have a passion to drive change and want your work to align with your values to make a real difference, we invite you to apply now and start the conversation.

The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provisions of the ILC Enterprise Agreement.

TARGETED VACANCY – This role is open to all applicants, however those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and meet the requirements and are ranked suitable for the role will be given priority consideration in this recruitment process.

Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile and selection criteria).  Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview.  You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.

If you’d like to find out more, please contact John Lionello – Manager Finance on 08 8100 7135.

For the position profile and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: https://www.ilsc.gov.au/careers/

Applications close 24 September 2024.

At the ILSC we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply

Apply for this Job