Assistant Accountant

Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted
25 Jul 2021
Closes
28 Jul 2021
Ref
545555
Experience level
Qualified accountant
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across 3 campuses in the northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. Austin Health is world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and highly experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join our Finance Department.

The Finance Department provides services covering: FP&A, incorporating budgeting and financial analysis, Financial Accounting, incorporating Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable (patient billing and sundry debtors); Private Practice administration, Cash Management and Investments. The total revenue of the hospital is approximately $1 billion per annum. The Finance Department is currently located on the Austin campus of the hospital.

As an Assistant Financial Accountant you will be supporting the finance team, completeing all assigned tasks, assisting with internal queries and engage with stakeholders on issues as they arise.

To be successful in this role you must demonstrate/Key responsibilities will include:

  • A commitment to Austin Health values: Integrity, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
  • Demonstrated experience in a accounting role or equivalent.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in commerce, business, accounting, finance or a similar area.
  • Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to develop innovative solutions to problems.
  • Membership in CPA or CA or undertaking the program to become a member


Work with us! Your reward is to work in a collaborative environment which will provide you with opportunities for ongoing training and development. Your benefits will include salary packaging, and employee assistance program.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check conducted by Austin Health and if required, a Working With Children Check.

Austin Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.