Assistant Accountant - Financial

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Position Classification : Health Manager Level 1

Remuneration : $84,436 - $112,331 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week : 38

Location : Newcastle

Requisition ID : REQ586780

Location : Newcastle

Applications Close : 14th July 2025 - 11 : 59pm

About The Opportunity

Bring your strength and skills to our dynamic team of professionals in a culture and environment that welcomes innovation and critical thinking. We are looking for a finance professional to take up this opportunity in the Corporate Office. The role contributes to a team that works closely with Operations to provide advice, implement strategic change and partners with Health Agencies. If you're looking for a role where your accounting acumen can make a meaningful impact in the public health sector—while growing your career in a supportive and values-based environment—this is your opportunity to join a collaborative team that values integrity, service, and excellence.

We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum. Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients. We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities. Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.

What We Can Offer You

Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual LeaveGenerous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsCorporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness PassportLearning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

What You'll Be Doing

NSW Health Pathology is at the forefront of delivering critical healthcare support services across the state, and our finance professionals underpin this mission by ensuring effective financial governance and reporting. The Assistant Accountant is responsible for providing support to the Corporate Finance team using technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills to maintain compliance with NSW Ministry of Health policies and Australian Accounting Standards. This role is part of the Financial Accounting team and will support the needs in accordance with the team structure.

Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions :

Relevant tertiary qualifications or working towards qualifications in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline and / or demonstrated work experienceDemonstrated recent experience in the delivery of financial accounting and reporting services such as; preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, sub-ledge accounting and accounts reconciliationsExcellent interpersonal skills including proven ability to communicate clearly, facilitate and express ideas clearly and coherently, and support the business to achieve required outcomesStrong analytical and conceptual skills, including the ability to analyse and interpret information from different sources to proactively identify issues and formulate strategies to address themDemonstrated skills in creating, maintaining and publishing documents, utilising the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel and AccessDemonstrated understanding of general accounting practices, ability to interpret and apply general accounting policies and Australian Accounting StandardsDemonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines, organise and prioritise high-volume workloads

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Working Rights

This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note : A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.

New to NSW Health Pathology?

The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Talent Pool

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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