Bookkeeper

Organisation Overview:

Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.

RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • Positive aging and disability services
  • Community services
  • Asset and infrastructure services
  • Corporate services

RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.

Role Purpose:

To provide business, accounting/finance, and quality improvement support to
promote the streamlined delivery of Ageing and Disability Services across all
programs.

No Subcontractors

Employment Conditions:
  • All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation
  • Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions
  • All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view)
  • All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view)
  • A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required
  • Salary packaging is available to permanent part time and full-time staff
  • Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements

About You
• Minimum tertiary-level qualifications in Business, Accounting, Administration, or
equivalent.
• Familiar with purchase process and suppliers invoice processing.
• Excellent administration and multi-tasking skills.
• The ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of accounting systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed computer skills and in using the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial management and bookkeeping processes
and the application of financial controls.

What We Offer:
• Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
• Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award.
• Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days,
recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the
possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
• Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your
career.
• Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
• Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
• Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.

If you have any further questions regarding this career opportunity, please get in contact with Susan-Lee.Baksh@raclimited.com.au