The Salvation Army (TSA) – Australia Eastern Territory
Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
POSITION DESCRIPTION – ACCOUNTANT
CORPS/CENTRE/DEPT: Finance
DIVISION: THQ
REPORTS TO: Financial Accountant (FA)
DIRECT REPORTS: Nil
POSITION PURPOSE & DESCRIPTION: To provide professional and timely accounting and operations support to the territory, on all matters
relating to Property and Social accounts to achieve the mission of The Salvation Army. This role is the primary financial support function for
the Salvation Army International Development (SAID) office. Main responsibilities are to service the board as it manages the $6m budget and
allocates income against approved projects.
This position requires active engagement with a range of internal and external parties, and a sound understanding of the business/financial
environment. This position is required to lead and implement business improvement initiatives and systems to ensure the efficient collation
and distribution of business data in line with appropriate reporting standards.
ARMY MISSION STATEMENT: All employees are expected to demonstrate empathy towards the mission of The Salvation Army, which is an
international movement and is an evangelical branch of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible and its ministry is
motivated by love of God. The mission is both spiritual and practical, encompassing the preaching of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the
alleviation of human suffering and distress without discrimination. Employees are required to ensure their performance and behaviour upholds
and reflects the principles of the Army’s mission.
CLASSIFICATION: Award Free
SOCIAL/GENERAL: Social
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The Salvation Army (TSA) – Australia Eastern Territory
Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
STATUS: Full Time (38 hours per week)
Key Function - This role is the primary financial support
Main responsibilities are to service the board as it manages the $6m budget
function for the SAID office.
and allocates income against approved projects.
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The Salvation Army (TSA) – Australia Eastern Territory
Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
Financial Management and Performance Reporting
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Manage the financial and performance reporting
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requirements including: compliance reports,
internal/board management reports and ACIFD
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by deadline for presentation to the Territorial Operations Council (TOC).
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Overseas Aid that relate to SAID and to provide regular updates to the
Direct the general accounting functions and the
SAID Director.
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reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances and other
financial results.
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All donations and monies received are processed within one business day
and forward receipts to donors within two business days.
Manage all donations received by the SAID Office
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All monies are banked within one working day of receipt.
from sponsors/donors and where necessary
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All Telegraphic Transfers are drafted and processed accurately, as required.
delegate to other team members.
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To ensure that the SAID Office receives receipts for all Telegraphic
Regular review of existing systems, procedures and
processes. Implementation of improved new
Transfers sent to Overseas Territories.
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controls and procedures.
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All financial reports are to be prepared with accuracy and completed with
3 days from request.
accounts.
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All Donor Initiated Donations and Gifts that Keep on Giving breakdowns
are recorded in required format and are easily
Prepare and provide a range of financial reports
and documents as required including Self Denial
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To be aware of the balances in The Salvation Army Self Denial Fund for
reporting requirements.
preparation of budgets, reports and statistics
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In collaboration with the SAID Director, departmental budgets are prepared
Responsible for training team members in relation
to the financial management of donations
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Process all refunds
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Cash Advances
Monthly credit card, direct debit, finance 1 and direct deposit payments for
Child Sponsorship are accurately processed by deadline.
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All Child Sponsorship Tax Receipts are sent out within 7 days of the new
financial year.
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Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
Compliance
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Ensure accounting activities comply with relevant
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All accounting and financial transactions/processes are aligned with
legal, professional and ethical standards.
existing TSA finance policies and procedures and the ACFID Code or
To assist in the completion of the ACFID Code of
Conduct
Conduct self-assessment, specifically in relation to
financial matters.
Monthly, Quarterly and EOY Reports
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This position is also responsible for reviewing and
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analysing Management and Financial reports for
SL, SLH and SH reports are to be completed within 2 days from its request
or seek extension.
Salvos Legal, Salvos Legal Humanitarian and Salvos
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Provide timely support and advice to Territory Financial Services.
Housing -Monthly, Quarterly and EOY Reports.
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Review and analyse EOY audits for Social Centres/Program (CHS,DIS and
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Member of EOY audits and The Territorial Budgets.
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Support Territory Financial Services Team.
CMC)
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EOY audit to be prepared based on Reporting Entity Requirements (AASB),
all disclosure notes are prepared per current AASB and IFRIS and made
available for review (FA) 3 days before the external audit time table.
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GST and FBT journals are prepared and processed accurately where
required.
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All activities comply with current accounting standards, financial reporting
and ATO legislation.
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Monthly and Quarterly Management reports: - ensure accurate and
complete reports are prepared for Management. All Monthly and
Quarterly reports are due to FA 2 days before the due date.
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Cash recoveries for SL and SH on a monthly basis. SLH cash recoveries half
yearly or yearly basis on Board approval.
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Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
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Other duties include:
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Adhoc duties assigned from time to time
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Assist the FA with Reporting and EOY audits
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Assist the Asset and Insurance Accountant as and when
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Reconciliation and research is carried out as directed.
required. Back up other members of the FA team
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All THQ related reports are completed 5 days after each month end.
Above duties and responsibilities will be reviewed
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All EOY process are completed as per agreed timetable
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Evidence of strong relationships with other team members, which assists in
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Ensure all correspondence and reports are accurately prepared and
provided within required timelines to FA and to the reporting bodies.
during the performance appraisal and we will further
enrich these duties and responsibilities as agreed with
this team member
Team Support
Participates in team activities, attends staff meetings when
scheduled and demonstrates a supportive approach to
building a cohesive workplace.
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other staff members which contributes to the overall team
Demonstrates on a continual basis, a commitment to assisting and
supporting colleagues in all workplace activities.
effectiveness.
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Attends all staff meetings as required.
Occupational Health & Safety
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Appropriate behaviour is evidenced in day to day work activities which do
To meet Occupational Health and Safety obligations in line
with TSA Policy & Procedures & relevant legislation.
not endanger one’s self or fellow workers.
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Participation in communication meetings and any organised OH&S training
events.
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No defective tools or equipment are used.
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Reports all unsafe conditions, practices and hazards to the appropriate
manager.
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Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
Professional Development & Continuous Improvement
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Attends training as required.
Maintain and develop personal knowledge in area of
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Participates in regular performance appraisal, consistent with TSA policy.
expertise and meets core values and behaviours of TSA.
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Evidence of continuous improvement activities in area of responsibility.
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Always searching for better ways and strives for best practice.
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Seeks new ideas and embraces, adapts to change.
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Keep up to date with AASB/IFRIS and Australian Auditing Standards
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Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS &
QUALIFICATIONS:
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An understanding, empathy, appreciation and the ability to promote the values and ethos
of The Salvation Army.
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Tertiary qualified or studying towards a relevant qualification
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Training towards an associate membership of the CA/CPA
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Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Tax/GST legislation/accounting
standards
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Commitment to quality, customer service and continuous improvement
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS &
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience in the use of Finance One
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Empathy with the mission and ministry aspects of The Salvation Army
SKILLS & BEHAVIOURS:
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Demonstrated skills in database management
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Skills in General Ledger reconciliations with an eye for detail
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Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation
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Ability to meet strict deadlines
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Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
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Proficiency working with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
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Team player
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3+ years experience as an accounting officer role or similar would be highly regarded
EXPERIENCE:
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The Salvation Army (TSA) – Australia Eastern Territory
Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
KEY RELATIONSHIPS/INTERACTIONS:
Relationship with:
Why:
Financial Accountant
Accountable, providing reports and feedback on a regular and timely basis
SAID Director
Accountable, providing reports and feedback on a regular basis
Finance Manager Salvos Legal
Support and consultation as required
Other Accountants and Assistant Accountants
Support and consultation as required
We have carefully reviewed the Position Description and are satisfied that it fully and accurately describes the requirements of the position.
Manager/Officer:
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Date:
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Save Souls, Grow Saints and Serve Suffering Humanity
I have read this document and agree to undertake the duties and responsibilities as listed above.
I acknowledge that:
This Position Description details the accountabilities of the role and provides an indication of the current duties and task that I may be
required to undertake. Additional or other duties may from time to time be allocated in order to fully meet the responsibilities of the
role.
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The measures where included in this document are indicative and will be reviewed with me on an annual basis and that my
performance will be assessed against these measures.
Employee:
Name: _______________________________
Signature: _______________________________
Date:_____________________________
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