Finance Manager

Somerville Community Services

Darwin, NT

Financial Managers and Controllers (Accounting)

Full time

$120k - $130k + super + salary packaging

About Somerville Community Services

Somerville is a for-purpose, community-based organization that has supported Territorians for over 50 years. We specialize in high-quality disability services that empower people to live the life they choose. As a registered NDIS provider, we deliver individualized support across the Northern Territory, with a focus on respectful, person-centered relationships that promote choice, dignity, and independence.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and capable finance manager to oversee the delivery of financial operations at Somerville, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong support for organizational performance. Based in Darwin and reporting to the General Manager, Shared Services, this role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of our financial systems and processes across the NT.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a collaborative, hands-on approach. Experience in the not-for-profit, community services, or disability sectors will be highly regarded.

What you’ll be doing

As Manager, Finance, you will lead a small team and oversee the organization’s financial operations, including budgeting, payroll oversight, internal controls, compliance, financial reporting, and audit preparation.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong understanding of financial regulations, payroll, and reporting requirements. It also involves supporting financial literacy across the organization and driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and supporting a small Finance team to deliver accurate, timely, and service-oriented financial operations

Overseeing accounting processes, including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger, and financial systems

Managing payroll oversight to ensure compliance with legislation, contracts, and internal policies

Ensuring organisational compliance with all financial obligations, including BAS, GST, PAYG, superannuation, and ACNC reporting

Identifying and managing financial risks, implementing controls, and maintaining financial integrity

Preparing accurate financial reports and variance analysis to support decision-making

Coordinating the annual budgeting process in collaboration with senior leaders

What you’ll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have a strong technical foundation and senior-level finance experience, along with proven leadership skills and the ability to manage and support a small team. You’ll be confident overseeing end-to-end financial operations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and reporting obligations, and driving continuous improvement across systems and processes.

You’ll also need to demonstrate:

CPA or CA qualification (or working towards)

High-level proficiency in financial systems, general ledger management, and Office 365

Experience managing payroll functions in line with relevant industrial instruments or legislation

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Experience supporting audits or implementing system/process improvements (desirable)

Familiarity with the SCHADS Award or the NDIS framework (desirable)

Experience working in the disability or broader not-for-profit sector (desirable)

You will also need to hold (or have the ability to obtain) a current Ochre Card, a criminal history check, NDIS worker screening clearance, COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations, evidence of Australian work rights, and an NT driver's license.

Why work with us

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your expertise is valued, your skills are recognized, and your work contributes to high-quality services that make a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career in a role that’s both rewarding and meaningful.

We also offer:

Six weeks of annual leave

Salary packaging—receive up to $15,900 tax-free

Paid parental leave

Free onsite car parking

Regular supervision and a focus on employee well-being

Access to training and professional development

Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for this role.

If you have any questions about the role,

Somerville is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

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contact us at recruitment@somerville.org.au or on 0889204100