Finance Officer

About Aurora Education Foundation

The Aurora Education Foundation is an Indigenous organization that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to realize their full education and employment potential – whether it is completing Year 12 or achieving a Ph.D. from Oxford. Through their interconnected programs and pathways, they walk with students from high school through to university and the workplace, redefining Indigenous educational and employment success.

Your role

The Finance Officer supports the organisation by delivering effective and efficient finance transactions and associated reporting for operational and program delivery needs.

Responsibilities & Key Activities:

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Maintain a current understanding of organizational budgets.
• Process weekly accounts payables and ensure accounts coding and GST are correctly recorded
• Follow up with relevant staff for any invoice-related issue including Supplier Risk Assessment

Payroll:

• Process the fortnightly payroll for permanent staff and Mentors / Casual based on timesheets
• Liaise with the People & Culture team for new staff set-up and relevant payroll documents
• Follow up with the Mentors facilitator for any discrepancies on the Mentor’s timesheet Role Statement – Finance Officer Page 2 of 3 August 2022 

Program Support:

• Check and reconcile monthly General Ledgers
• Prepare end-of-month journals and monthly reports
• Assist the Finance Manager with financial analysis for program managers, including Budget and Reforecast

General Finance Activities

• Reconcile all bank accounts daily including foreign currency
• Complete weekly reconciliations of corporate credit cards.
• Maintain and reconcile cash cards (petty cash where applicable).

Child Safety / Working with Vulnerable People:

• Comply with Aurora’s child safety policy, code of conduct and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality around data and information relating to the children and young people participating in our programs.
• Provide an environment where all children and young people are valued and feel safe

Organisational Participation Role Statement:

• Work collaboratively with team members to contribute broadly to the achievement of Aurora objectives.
• Participate in organisational and team planning initiatives.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the office by undertaking general administrative duties, as requested.

Training & development

Aurora Education Foundation has achieved unparalleled success and this is an opportunity for you to be part of that narrative of excellence. They offer a values-driven, team environment, where they are each committed to the purpose of their organization. You will be supported with regular professional development activities and will be welcomed into a friendly and diverse team.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits of the Aurora Education Foundation:

1. Competitive salary plus NFP salary packaging
2. Access to Meal & Accommodation Card
3. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
4. Wellness activities
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Career progression

Aurora Education Foundation exists to inspire the aspirations and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As team members, they will believe in you, inspire your creativity and invest in your development.

To learn more about Aurora Education Foundation, watch this video.

Culture & vibe

Here's a look into Aurora Education Foundation's work culture:

• They offer an inclusive, culturally safe, values-driven, team environment.
• No meetings Fridays
• Flexible hours
• Work from home available
• Wellness activities

About you

Success measures in this role include:

• Timeliness, accuracy, and consistency of transaction processing
• Be organized, proactive and take initiative
• Feedback from internal stakeholders
• Contribution to team dynamics

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly with Aurora Education Foundation.