* Dynamic Aeromedical Aviation Organisation
* Enjoy Generous Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging
* Competitive remuneration
* Permanent full-time position based in Darwin
CareFlight is an Australian “for purpose” aeromedical organisation voted consistently as one of Australia’s most trusted Brands. Our mission is to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community through delivering our charitable social purpose.
Proudly a 2023 HRD 5 Star Employer of Choice, we operate across Australia, with major base locations in NSW, and the NT. Our specially trained doctors, nurses and aircrew use helicopters, turbo prop aircraft, aeromedical jets and patient transport vehicles to provide critical support to over 8,500 patients each year.
The role
We currently have an opportunity for a Business Finance Partner to join the organisation within our Northern Operations and become a key member of CareFlight’s Finance team.
Reporting to the Group Commercial Manager, your key objectives for the role will be to deliver all aspects of management reporting as required for Northern Operations & Flight Operations, as well as ensuring financial data integrity to improve financial performance. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
* Preparation of standardised monthly financial reporting, annual budgets, forecasting, scenario analysis and provide support for consolidated Company board reporting in relation to Northern Operations & Flight Operations and its key contracts
* Review of monthly financial performance against key contracts and preparation of accurate and timely commentary against budget or forecast for senior management to highlight emerging trends and provide insights on key performance drivers to assist in their decision making
* Ensure all potential risks and opportunities are highlighted well in advance and quantified
* Preparation of required monthly journals including accruals for Northern Operations & Flight Operations
* Timely preparation of any assigned balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring reconciling items are dealt with appropriately
* Financial support of day-to-day business operations including investigation, analysis, and other ad hoc reporting as required relating to Northern Operations & Flight Operations
* Perform ad hoc analysis of proposals and business cases and their financial viability and help identify business opportunities and/or cost saving initiatives
* Overseeing the raising of all customer invoicing for key revenue contracts in Northern Operations and follow up as required
* Partner with stakeholders to provide value added support and guidance
* Assistance in external audit process including liaising with auditors and providing clear and accurate support/analysis as required
* Assistance with inputs relating to Northern Operations & Flight Operations for preparation of weekly/monthly cashflow forecasting.
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
* At least 5 years post graduate experience in business planning and commercial analysis in mid to large organisations, preferably in operations
* Undergraduate degree in Finance/Accounting
* CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent)
* Demonstrated experience in similar roles with strong commercial acumen, analytical and business partnering skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
* Advanced excel and system skills
* Excellent written and oral communication tailored to the audience
* Ability to prioritise and plan workload and be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
* Proficient with Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
* Able to work autonomously
* Ability to communicate with people at all levels (internal and external) and influence stakeholders
* Strong customer service mindset with a team player mentality
* High degree of professional integrity, proactive with “can-do” attitude, demonstrates initiative and willingness to learn.
The following will be highly regarded:
* Experience using Sage Intacct, Adaptive and Power BI.
* Experience in organisations where revenue and/or costs is heavily contract based and/or labour is a significant business cost driver and complex with awards/EBAs
* Some background in Big 4, Mid Tier professional accounting practices as well as commerce.
* Demonstrated experience in proactively taking steps to improve existing processes, procedures, and systems.
How to apply
If you would like to be part of our team, you can apply using the link below. Please ensure you attach a current resume and covering letter that addresses the role’s essential criteria. Applications for this opportunity will close on Sunday 17th November 2024.
For additional information, please contact recruitment@careflight.org.
CareFlight values diversity in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
All employees must comply with CareFlight’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) as required by CASA and may be subject to random workplace testing.
Criminal Record and Working with Children Checks also apply.
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