Senior Accountant

3 Year Full-Time Position (Monday to Friday)

The Nature Parks is an inspiring workplace and, as the largest employer on Phillip Island, offers a range of career paths. Our people are enthusiastic, committed and professional in what they do. They work across a broad range of activities and have many opportunities available to them should they wish to develop their skills, work in different locations or have a variety of roles.

The Senior Accountant will provide financial accounting support to the Finance Department and Executive Management team and holds responsibility for the performance of general accounting functions in an efficient and timely manner.

To be successful in this position you will need to address the following criteria:

CA / CPA qualification with strong understanding of accounting processes; Demonstrate experience in continuous improvement and development of financial processes,

procedures and reporting; Have a proven ability to balance competing priorities, meet strict deadlines and possess a strong

attention to detail; Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills with leadership experience; and National Police Check.

For further information on this position, visit our website at https://www.penguins.org.au/about/employment/current-vacancies/

Applications are to be submitted with resume and cover letter addressing selection criteria to recruitment@penguins.org.au by Sunday 11 November 2018.

Position Description

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Position Description Senior Accountant

ORGANISATION OVERVIEWPhillip Island Nature Parks (Nature Parks) is a leading conservation and ecotourism organisation. Established in 1996 by the State Government of Victoria, the Nature Parks manages over 1,805 hectares of Crown land which includes a variety of coastal reserves, wetlands, and woodlands. Each year the Nature Parks attract over 1.4 million visitors to our five world-class ecotourism attractions including the iconic Penguin Parade, the Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies Centre, Wild Oceans EcoBoat tours, the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.

We recognise that many areas which we manage hold deep cultural and spiritual significance for Aboriginal people. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners, Elders past and present the ancestors and their spirits of the land.

As the largest employer on Phillip Island, over 240 part-time and full-time employees undertake a range of duties across multiple, diverse disciplines. Our culture promotes a positive and interactive working environment where team members collectively strive for the organisation’s ongoing success. We believe in nurturing diversity and equal employment opportunities to ensure current and future success.

As a self-funded, not-for-profit organisation, the Nature Parks’ ecotourism attractions deliver ongoing funding for our environmental, conservation, research, education and social programs, while also providing significant a contribution to the local, regional and state economies.

PHILLIP ISLAND NATURE PARKS CORE VALUES Communication - open and transparent sharing of information coupled with openness in our decision-making that values sharing ideas and consultation

Growth and Development – providing opportunity, embracing new ideas and encouraging personal and professional development

Leadership and Team Work – supporting and inspiring one another, the community, environment and our visitors in everything we do.

Respect and Integrity – treating people and our environment with fairness and integrity

Responsibility – personal ownership of behaviours to create solutions and take action to create a better future for the environment, community and our organisation

Sustainability – a commitment to balance environmental, social and economic interests for now and the future

Position Description

POSITION TITLE

Senior Accountant

DEPARTMENT Finance

REPORTS TO Chief Financial Officer

DIRECT REPORTS

5

KEY RELATIONSHIP WITH

Provides Guidance to: Team Leaders, Supervisors and Managers

Receives Guidance From: Chief Financial Officer

SALARY Salary

PUBLISHED October 2018

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Accountant holds responsibility for performance of general accounting functions in an efficient and timely manner. Providing financial accounting support to the Finance Department and Executive Management team. Providing guidance and support to the accounts team and broader business.

JOB SPECIFICATION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES

Financial Management

Oversight of financial accounting month-end process Review of monthly journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations Monthly review of profit and loss and balance sheet Implement and maintain details cash flow management processes Timely and accurate preparation of financial reports as directed by the CFO

Executive Team Support

Detailed monthly management reporting and variance analysis against budget/forecast by department and the Nature Parks.

Provide superior service to managers, including development of reports for managers to manage their areas of responsibility

Liaise with commercial departments to review and improve accounting and reporting processes

Reporting Half year and annual reporting process

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Preparation of Board and Subcommittee reporting. Annual budget preparation

System Administration

Oversight of retail POS and ticketing systems, including integration and Great Plains financial system

Knowledge of payroll systems and liaison with HR regarding payroll costing

Staff Development

Training and oversight of Assistant Accountant, AR officers and AP Officer, escalating issues to Chief Financial Officer as required

Policies and Procedures

Maintain understanding of current and developed policies and procedures. Develop and update policies and procedures. Ensure compliance of policies and procedures.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Adhere to safe work method statements. Comply with and follow OH&S work practices. Identify and report workplace hazards. Actively participate in safety and wellbeing activities. Ensuring the safety of all employees, visitors and contractors.

In addition to the essential responsibilities and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for: Promoting and respecting the practices of equal opportunity, diversity and equity in all the interactions at

Nature Parks, which includes internal and external (visitors, contractors and volunteers) groups Meeting organisational standards in relation to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis

in a manner that is in compliance with all of Nature Parks policies and procedures Represent and comply with organisational workplace behaviour, code of conduct and uniform attire

Attending and participating in learning and development activities, meetings and maintaining up to date knowledge of activities and events occurring within the Nature Parks

WORKING AND ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS Hours are full time, five days per week and will involve regular work at nights and on weekends. Additional

hours will be required as per business requirements within term of the contract.

Low< 5Kgs and/or

 < 2 hours duration

Moderate5-10Kgs and/or

2-6 hours duration

High> 10kgs and/or

6-8 hours duration

Working in an outdoor environment XSitting XStanding XWalking (including over rough terrain or stairs) XSquatting / Kneeling / Bending / Twisting XPushing / Pulling / Lifting / Carrying / Reaching XComputer usage (Keyboard/mouse/tablet) XUse tools (Shovels, hammers, and motorised hand tools) NilOperate machinery (Chainsaws, Tractors, and All Terrain Vehicles) NilDrive a Vehicle (Manual and golf buggy) X

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QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATES

Accounting Degree Maintain a professional membership with either CPA Australia or the Institute of

Chartered Accountant Australia and New Zealand. National Police Check

EXPERIENCE Essential Extensive (5+ years) prior

experience in similar position

Desirable Experience in providing guidance and

leadership to accounts and accounting staff

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential Understanding of integrated

accounting systems Advanced experience in use of

Microsoft Office (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook) programs

Ability to supervise and develop staff

Proven communication and interpersonal skills in developing and maintaining harmonious and participative staff relationships

Ability to review and make recommendations for continuous improvements within Finance operations.

Sound knowledge of Nature Parks estate, facilities and services available to the public

Desirable Experience with Microsoft Dynamics

applications, including GP

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential Ability to work within a team

environment, with an aptitude to be ethical, honest, inclusive and transparent in all business dealings.

Attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Customer service focussed Highly developed problem solving

and negotiation skills Sound understanding of the

requirements of confidentiality and the ability to maintain this in all aspects of working environment

Capacity to manage numerous

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tasks and to prioritise workload Ability to work both independently

and as part of a team An enthusiastic and approachable

personality

AGREEMENTI have read and understood the above position description and I agree to undertake the duties outlined. I declare that I have no health, medical or other restriction that would affect my ability or capacity to undertake these duties in a safe manner.

Name:

Signature:

Date:

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