The Little Company of Mary (LCM) is an international congregation of Catholic women Religious who have committed their lives to pray and care for the suffering and dying of the world.
Founded in England in 1877 by Venerable Mary Potter, the LCM spirit was carried to Australia in 1885. The Sisters’ reputation for compassion and care quickly led to invitations to serve communities across Australia, New Zealand & Tonga.
Further Information
Additional information can be viewed by visiting the Little Company of Mary website at http://www.lcm.org.au
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Position Overview
Position Title: Finance & Operations Manager
Reports to: Region Business Manager
Position Purpose
The Finance and Operation Manager is responsible for providing ongoing professional support for the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary (LCM) in Australia.
The position is accountable to the Region Business Manager to ensure that all internal and statutory finance and management reporting is carried out in accordance with LCM policies; assistance is provided on a range of business issues; and that administration of payroll, superannuation and workers compensation is carried out.
The role also provides Treasury/Cash Flow forecasts; and IT and HR support to the Region Administration Centre (RAC) and Sisters in the Communities.
At a later stage in this project, you will be provided the position description; and briefed on the success criteria for the first 12 months in the role.
Other Dimensions of the Role
- Initial contact point for Sisters (internal) and external operation business queries
- Work Health and Safety
- IT (cloud – Dropbox) and Xero Accounting
- Maintenance of LCM Australia Managed fund portfolio
- Maintenance and management of properties
Key Relationships
The role reports directly to the Region Business Manager, with three direct reports: Accountant, Accounts Payable/Receivable and Assistant Accountant.
Other Relevant Information
- The financial year-end is 30th June
- Annual expenditure budget approx. $7m; capital expenditure budget approx. $1m per year.
- External auditor is Pitcher Partners.
- Investments are with Mercer, NAB and CBA
- The accounting software, including payroll, is Xero and SpotLight reporting.
- Almost all files are kept on Dropbox (corporate version)
Commencement
The position is now available, so an immediate start can be offered.
Location and Travel
The Region Administration Centre is in Mascot, at Suite 402, 247 Coward Street. This is approx. 150 metres from Mascot railway station. Parking is available. Some interstate travel could be required.
Conditions of Employment
- Remuneration will be negotiated with the successful person, but a range of $140,000 to $160,000 is expected to attract the high calibre person we seek.
- Superannuation is included in the above value.
- Flexible working arrangements: 3 days in the Mascot office (Tuesday to Thursday), 2 days at home.
- Full-time – 38 hours per week nominal hours.
- Salary packaging is available.
- A laptop and mobile phone will be provided.
- On-site parking.
- Appraisals occur annually.
- The initial contract term is 4 years and renewable subject to the outcome of a performance appraisal in the 4th
- The usual 6-month probationary period applies.
Selection Criteria
We invite expressions of interest from people who align with the following:
- A willingness to learn and commit to the mission of the Little Company of Mary and to work in keeping with its mission and values.
- At least 5 years of experience in financial management, accounting and administration, with an appreciation of a range of business issues, policies and practices, ideally within a values-based NFP setting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with complex enquiries from a wide range of people.
- Ability to present data in a readily understandable form; and interpret and explain data succinctly.
- Relevant degree qualifications and membership of a professional body, ideally CPA or CA.
Are You Interested?
If you are interested in this role, please use the ‘Express Your Interest’ panel on this webpage; or email jobs@traksearch.com quoting ref number TS1549. All we require at the outset is a resume, email address and mobile telephone number. No other documentation is required from you to express your interest.
All emails and resumes are acknowledged within 48 hours. Please contact us again if this does not occur.
Questions can be directed to John Chesher (0417 068 220) or by email to jobs@traksearch.com
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The Selection Process
The timeline for this project is as follows:
| Date of project launch/advertising | By Wed. 17th July |
| Latest date for applications | Mon 29th July |
| Selection committee short listing | During week commencing Mon 5 Aug. |
| Anticipated date for LCM interviews | Week of Monday 12th Aug. |
| Follow up meeting/discussion | Likely within 7 days of client interviews |
We have been instructed to provide a process that is transparent and welcoming.
- We are available for your confidential enquiries. We will also provide additional information to allow you to explore how the role aligns with your expectations and interests.
- Closing is 5.00pm on the date shown above. However, a late application could be accepted, providing it does not adversely impact other applications or the LCM schedule.
- We expect to complete a work-related reference prior to shortlisting. We anticipate speaking with another work-related referee between shortlisting and interviews; with final references completed in the final stages of the process. No referee will be contacted without your express consent.
- The selection committee will provide an option of an online interview in circumstances where a person is unable to visit for a face-to-face meeting.
- Please be aware our standard practice utilises the services of an external specialist in pre-employment screening. This service includes employment history verification; National Police Check; and academic qualifications and professional memberships verification.
- Prior to the shortlisting process, information provided to Trak Search will be made available, in confidence, to the Region Business Manager, or his nominee, unless you instruct otherwise.
- For more information on our process click here to access the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.
- Only people with the unrestricted right to work in Australia may apply for this role.
- People are contacted and discussions commence soon after applications are received. We do not wait until the close date. There are advantages in applying immediately.
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