Accountant / Finance Manager

Full Time- Monday to Friday 8am-4pm (no RDO) or 8am-4.30pm (with monthly RDO)

Location: Croydon, VIC 3136

Our Mission

At Donwood Community Aged Care, we believe every older person deserves to live with dignity, respect, and joy. For over 30 years, we’ve been a trusted not-for-profit provider of residential aged care, creating a warm, inclusive environment where residents feel at home and families feel supported. Our values of compassion, integrity, and community guide everything we do—from the care we provide to the way we support our staff.

The Impact You'll Make

As our Finance Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of our organisation. Your work will directly support our ability to deliver exceptional care to residents, invest in our facilities, and provide programs that enrich lives. You won’t just be balancing numbers—you’ll be helping us make every dollar count for the people who matter most.

What You'll Do

· Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable and back-up to accounts payable and payroll functions

· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Board and senior leadership.

· Complete the budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure resources are allocated effectively.

· Maintain and update the Fixed Asset register with Additions and Disposals

· Prepare the monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations

· Finalise the end of month Medicare claim and reconciliation

· Complete the Month End reporting reports and Management pack for review by the Board of Management

· Ensure compliance with aged care funding requirements, government reporting, and relevant legislation.

· Partner with department managers to provide financial insights that support decision-making.

· Liaise with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders to maintain strong financial governance.

What You'll Bring

· Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA/CA qualification

· Proven experience in financial management—experience in aged care, healthcare, or not-for-profit sectors highly regarded and preferred.

· Experience and skills in Power BI highly regarded but not essential

· Strong knowledge of accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

· Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

· A collaborative approach and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

· A genuine alignment with our mission and values.

Why You'll Love It Here

· Work for a purpose-driven, community-focused organisation where your work truly matters.

· Salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay.

· Supportive, inclusive workplace culture with a strong sense of team.

· Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Donwood Community Aged Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you’re ready to use your financial expertise to make a real difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. 

Please send your resume and a short letter about why you’re passionate about working in aged care to bpuddy@donwood.com.au