Accountant

About Us

Happy Haven OSHC provides high-quality Outside School Hours Care services and is committed to making people's lives better. Our Finance team plays a vital role in ensuring our services remain financially sustainable, compliant, and aligned with our vision.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our Finance team. This role will support the Chief Financial Officer in managing day-to-day accounting tasks, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, and contributing to budgeting and compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, expense claims, payroll, and reconciliations

• Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and support statutory reporting obligations including BAS, Payroll Tax and CCS requirements

• Assist with multi-entity accounting, CCS reconciliation processes, and integration between operational childcare systems and finance platforms

• Monitor revenue and expenditure against budgets and prepare variance reports

• Support the development and review of annual budgets across business units

• Generate reports such as Aged Payables/Receivables and other financial data as required

• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders including banks, auditors, and financial consultants

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems and processes

Skills and Experience Required

• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices

• Experience with corporate budgeting and financial reporting

• Ability to work methodically and manage competing priorities

• Demonstrated ability to work in a values-driven environment and engage positively with non-finance stakeholders including school leaders and service managers

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (required)

Compliance Requirements

• National Police Check

• Working With Children Check

• RRHAN-EC Fundamentals certification

• Willingness to undergo ongoing compliance and safeguarding training as required under the National Quality Framework

Why Join Us?

At Happy Haven OSHC, we value trust, respect, resilience, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a community-minded organisation that supports staff development and recognises excellence in service delivery.