Finance Manager

Description:

Drive Financial Impact Where It Matters Most

• Join a purpose-driven organisation championing community wellbeing and First Nations health equity
• Earn a competitive salary of $125,485.11 - $140,777.72 PLUS Super
• Access generous salary packaging benefits of up to $15,899.94 per year
• Receive up to $3,000 annually for professional development and training
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

The Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs) in the Northern Territory. Based in Darwin, AMSANT advocates for Aboriginal health equity and supports the delivery of high-quality, culturally appropriate primary health care services across remote and urban communities. With over two decades of experience, AMSANT plays a vital leadership role in policy development, capacity building, workforce support, and sector coordination. We work closely with our member services, governments, and other stakeholders to influence health reform and improve the health and well-being of Aboriginal people in the NT.

To learn more, visit: www.amsant.org.au

AMSANT is looking for a full-time Finance Manager based in Darwin, NT . Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager will lead AMSANT’s financial strategy, ensuring transparency, compliance, and clarity for the organisation, funding bodies, and the board.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading AMSANT’s financial planning and reporting functions
• Supporting managers in preparing and maintaining project budgets
• Preparing monthly financial reports and presenting to the board and FRAC
• Managing audits, cash flow forecasts, term deposit investments and reconciliations
• Maintaining a funding compliance register and statutory financial obligations (GST, BAS, FBT)
• Supervising a small finance team and providing cross-organisational financial support
• Collaborating with the CEO/DCEO to advise on strategic financial decisions
• Ensuring AMSANT’s financial procedures and policies meet best practice standards

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To qualify, you will need tertiary qualifications in Accounting and be a member of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants ANZ . A minimum of 4 years' experience in a senior finance role , including people leadership and financial reporting , is essential.

The following experience and skills will be highly regarded:

• Prior experience in not-for-profit or community-controlled organisations
• Proven ability to interpret complex funding arrangements and adapt to changing budgets
• Strong working knowledge of GST, FBT, MYOB, and Calxa
• Confidence in presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and boards
• Capacity to work collaboratively across departments with an approachable leadership style

You’ll also bring:

• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate financial reports into plain language for non-financial stakeholders
• Strategic mindset, coupled with the ability to manage competing financial priorities
• Confidence and diplomacy when advising executive leaders and board members
• Willingness to work in the office full-time and occasionally travel to Alice Springs
• Resilience in fast-paced and shifting environments, particularly when dealing with delayed or unplanned funding

This is more than a transactional finance role – it’s a rare opportunity to take ownership of AMSANT’s financial direction, influence cross-organisational practices, and support high-impact decision-making.

Earn a competitive salary circa $125,485.11 - $140,777.72 PLUS Super , and an array of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 per year
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• 6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• Personal/carer’s leave up to 15 days per year
• 10 Days per year of Study leave can be negotiated
• Professional Development opportunities up to $3,000 per year
• 10 days Ceremonial Leave
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ex-Gratia leave of 3 paid days during Christmas closure (excl. casuals)
• Free Car Parking on-site
• Mobile Phone allowances
• Qantas Annual Membership
• Cabcharge Card for Business Use

If you’re ready to use your finance expertise to strengthen a community-first organisation and lead with impact, APPLY NOW and take the next step in your leadership journey with AMSANT.