At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts payable and payroll while supporting a meaningful cause.
- Company: Join Meals on Wheels Central Coast, a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values accuracy and helps the community thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance administration and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 $ per year.
Meals on Wheels Central Coast is a purpose-driven, profit-for-purpose organisation supporting older people, people with disability, and their carers to live independently, safely and with dignity. Delivering over 24,000 meals per month to more than 1,200 clients — supported by over 140 volunteers — we are far more than just a meal service.
We are now seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team at our Tuggerah head office. This is a hands-on finance role covering accounts payable and payroll support, and a back-up for our accounts receivable function.
The opportunity:
- Reporting to the Finance & Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounts payable function, assist with weekly payroll processing, and support our Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant during busy periods.
- This role includes processing supplier invoices in Xero, preparing and processing scheduled payment runs, reconciling supplier statements, and maintaining supplier records.
- Assist with weekly payroll for the team, including allowances and reimbursements, and prepare PAYG withholding and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting within statutory deadlines.
- Work alongside the Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant on a daily basis and assist with month-end reconciliations and accruals.
The detail:
- Part-time, ongoing position (30 hours a week)
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:30pm (including a half-hour unpaid meal break)
- Based at our Tuggerah head office, with the option to work from other MOWCC outlets
Key systems: Xero, Pinch Payments, Microsoft Office/Excel and MOWCC CRM (Zoho CRM).
Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year in living expenses, reducing your taxable income (after 6 months), and meal benefits through CBB Salary Packaging.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and supported learning and professional development opportunities.
Minimum 2 years' experience in accounts payable, payroll, finance administration or bookkeeping.
Demonstrated experience supporting weekly payroll processing, including superannuation, PAYG withholding and Single Touch Payroll reporting.
High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently while prioritising competing tasks.
Willingness to obtain, or already hold, a current National Police Check (required prior to commencement).
Experience in a not-for-profit, aged care, community services or medium-sized organisation is preferred.
What we value:
- Accuracy and professionalism in every transaction.
- Willingness to pitch in across the team during busy periods.
- Clear and honest communication with colleagues, suppliers and staff.
- A solutions mindset when approaching problems.
- Ownership of work and follow-through.
Why Meals on Wheels Central Coast?
We are the second largest Meals on Wheels service in New South Wales, with deep community roots, a committed team, and a strong executive leadership group. We are profit-for-purpose — every decision we make is guided by our values and in service of the people we support.
Finance Assistant employer: Meals On Wheels Central Coast
Meals on Wheels Central Coast is an exceptional employer that prioritises purpose-driven work, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for its employees. Located in Tuggerah, the organisation not only provides competitive salary packaging options but also fosters professional growth through ongoing learning opportunities. With a strong commitment to community service and a dedicated team, you will find meaningful engagement in your role as a Finance Assistant, contributing to the well-being of those we serve.
Contact Details:
Meals On Wheels Central Coast Recruitment Team
