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Financial and Commercial Accountant

Job No: TDT2522
Location: Dandenong South

About the opportunity:

We are seeking a skilled finance professional who has a keen interest in informing strategic decision-making as well as supporting the organisation’s financial integrity. The Financial and Commercial Accountant enjoys a role remit which offers a balance of financial accounting responsibilities and commercial and business partnering. 

Leading both the financial accounting responsibilities and serving as a strategic commercial and business partner, key activities include:

  • Prepare month-end and year-end journals, reconciliations, and financial statements in compliance with accounting standards
  • Partner with operational and departmental managers to provide financial analysis and insights
  • Manage general ledger integrity and maintain accurate financial records
  • Support the preparation of statutory reports, tax returns, and other compliance obligations
  • Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
  • Analyse business performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives

About you:

This opportunity calls for someone with initiative and attention to detail. Evident in your work history is your ability to manage varied responsibilities and produce work to an exceptional standard. Our ideal candidate brings with them:

  • A tertiary qualification in Accounting and Finance
  • CPA or CA qualification (or nearing completion)
  • Experience in both financial and commercial accounting
  • Strong knowledge of account standards and statutory reporting requirements
  • Familiarity with ERP platforms, such as TechnologyOne, SAP, or Oracle
  • Exceptional Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to engage, partner, and present to a diverse audience.

What we will offer you:

The Disability Trust are committed to the quality of services to enhance the lives of people with disability and their families. We are well placed to lead the sector, having robust systems and processes, highly skilled staff and an attractive development program. We also offer a range of benefits including:

  • Base salary between $100,00 - $105,000 (plus superannuation)
  • Attractive not-for-profit salary packaging options (around $15k in tax free earning potential)
  • Rest and relax with 5 weeks of annual leave per annum
  • A bonus paid day off for your birthday
  • Option for Flexible Public Holiday leave for days of cultural or religious significance
  • Exclusive access to our Fitness Passport Program 
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

If you are ready to join our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining the qualifications, skills and experience that make you a suitable candidate. If you would like to discuss this role further, please email our National Finance Manager via lasith.rajapaksa@disabilitytrust.org.au.

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 18th September 2025. Suitable candidates may be invited to interview as applications are received. 

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