Accountant/ Senior Finance Officer

About the opportunity

Are you a results driven individual with a passion for numbers and financial excellence? Do you have a "can-do" attitude and thrive in a supportive, team oriented environment? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a qualified Accountant or an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our dynamic Finance team. In this key role, you will work closely with the Corporate Services Manager and stakeholders across the organisation to support sound financial management, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to the ongoing success of our diverse and growing Health Service.

This is a permanent position offered at 0.8 EFT (64 hours per fortnight). We are a flexible workplace and, for the right candidate, will consider increasing the appointment to 0.9-1.0 EFT. Applicants seeking a higher EFT are encouraged to clearly state this in their application.

About Us 

Tallangatta Health Service is a 61 bed, small rural public health service providing a mix of acute, sub-acute, aged care residential, and community services to Tallangatta and the surrounding district. We pride ourselves on being a consumer-focused progressive provider of care to our community, patients and residents with a multidisciplinary focus.

Key Selection Criteria 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, or equivalent finance experience.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, reporting and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting processes and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Experience across core finance functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and general ledger management.
• Well developed analytical, problem solving and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Sound understanding of financial governance, compliance requirements and internal controls.

Why join Tallangatta Health Service?

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages growth and development
• Five weeks Annual Leave (pro rata)
• Salary Packaging available up to $9,009
• Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programs
• Professional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym memberships to participating facilities
• The job stability of working within the Victorian Public Health Sector
• Working within idyllic, rural environment overlooking Lake Hume

All appointments are made subject to the required security screening including; National Criminal History and an immunisation status appropriate to the role including the annual Influenza vaccination. 

Interested?

To discuss this role further please contact Deb Harvey or Farhad Ramjaun on 02 6071 5212 or email finance@ths.org.au

Please follow the link to apply. Applications should include a cover letter highlighting how you meet the selection criteria and a current resume. 

Applications close: Sunday, 18 October 2026. Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. As suitable candidates may be progressed prior to the closing date, we encourage interested applicants to apply promptly.

Our organisation encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, LGBTQIA+ and people from diverse backgrounds.