Finance Officer at HammondCare

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Billing, Revenue Management, Accounts Payable, Debt Collection, Reconciliations, Data Analysis, MS Office, Excel, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Customer Service, Financial Reporting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About us HammondCare provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation. We are led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. When it comes to our people - those we serve and those who serve - we are committed to inclusion across race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, religion and ability. In our innovative residences, our hospitals, or in client homes, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for older people with complex needs. We've been caring for people for over 90 years - so, if you love to care, join us, and make a career move that matters. It’s not just care. It’s HammondCare. About the role The role of Finance Officer ensures that billing, Residential payment statements, receipting, electronic claiming, reconciliations, month end reports are carried out in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with relevant legislation. The Finance officer will also be providing operational support and assisting finance team members with queries relating to billing, debtor collection, and account enquires. This role is a permanent full-time position based at St Leonards. Working from Home (WFH) arrangements are available to team members, subject to meeting the requirements of the role and operational needs. What we can offer you We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including: NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free) Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements Discounts on everyday products and services Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families Health & Wellbeing programmes Reward & Recognition programmes Referral bonuses Career and professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities include Processing of Admissions and Discharges in line with Aged Care Standards Invoicing/Claiming/Reconciliations with external providers e.g. Services Australia, Private Health Insurance providers, Local Health Districts and suppliers to HammondCare in line with legislation, including New Aged Care Act. Oversight of unspent funds, client transfers and funding upgrades/changes Process reimbursements and discharges in accordance with relevant legislative timeframes and guidelines Assisting with Credit control/Debtor collection Receipting of payments and reconciliations including preparing journal entries for banking to be posted to Coupa Client Account enquiries Liaising with different stakeholders in operations, finance and other HammondCare teams Data Analysis with some data entry to identify trends and matters to be investigated further. Identify efficiency opportunities and best practise, to raise with their manager. Ad hoc projects as required: Including increase in adoption of work orders across the business and enhancements to exception reporting. About You Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action Experience in similar finance roles including billing, revenue, payable Engaged in or completed accounting related studies such as a Certificate in Accounting, Diploma in Accounting (Finance) or similar studies Cert IV in relevant field or undergraduate degree Excellent communication, verbal and written Negotiation skills, with a customer focused approach Ability to handle sensitive conversations with empathy , patience and professionalism Immediate to advanced computer skills, specifically MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Ability to work independently and as part of a team To Apply If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now! Pre- Employment Checks All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and references. HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. NB: This position at HammondCare is titled Senior Finance Officer, it is named Finance Officer for advertising purposes. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

Responsibilities

The Finance Officer manages billing, payment statements, receipting, and reconciliations in accordance with relevant legislation. They provide operational support for debtor collection and account inquiries while identifying efficiency opportunities.