Finance Systems Administrator (6-month Contract)
- Responsible for administration, maintenance, and optimisation of financial systems.
- Provide technical support to finance and accounting staff.
- Ensure integrity, performance, and reliability of finance-related software applications.
About us
At Defence Health, we're united in our purpose to protect the health of those who protect our country. We're here to support the families of serving ADF members, ex-serving ADF and Reservists, plus the wider Defence community, to manage their health care. As a not-for-profit fund, we are for our members, not shareholders.
We live by our values of member-first, trust, community, ownership, and excellence. Our values underpin our inclusive workplace, where we celebrate our diversity and recognise our achievements, unique perspectives, and talents.
Defence Health is a place where we are all encouraged to excel and where we strive to be a high-performing organisation by continuously setting a better standard. We show up, stick together, solve it, and see it through.
Our promise to our own people is the same as our promise to members; we look after our own.
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The Role
The Finance System Administrator is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimisation of Defence Health’s financial systems. This role involves ensuring integrity, performance, and reliability of finance related software applications and platforms.
The Finance System Administrator will work closely with the Finance team, IT team and external vendors to support Defence Health’s financial operations and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
Key accountabilities include:
• Managing and maintaining financial systems, including ERP systems, accounting software, and other financial applications.
• Providing technical support to finance and accounting staff, resolving system-related issues and answering user queries.
• Providing technical support to finance and accounting staff, resolving system-related issues and answering user queries.
• Providing technical support to finance and accounting staff, resolving system-related issues and answering user queries.
About you
• 3+ years of experience in finance system administration, financial systems analysis, or a related role.
• Bachelor of Accounting, Finance or Information Technology.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and financial software applications (Oracle Fusion, Infor SUN Systems and Adaptive Insights would be preferred).
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and other data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Why choose Defence Health
• Career opportunities: We grow our own and recognise initiative, high performance, and commitment with opportunities for career progression.
• Make an impact: as a purpose-driven organisation, we partner with veteran support organisations to offer meaningful volunteering experiences and connect to our community.
• Free top-tier health insurance for you and your immediate family valued at approx. $6,000 per year (after completing a minimum employment period).
• Competitive remuneration and health and wellbeing initiatives: Access to discounted gym memberships and an additional paid day of wellbeing leave each year.
• Company funded parental leave: Fully funded paid parental leave for eligible employees with superannuation paid for the entire length of approved parental leave.
• Social Committees: connect with your colleagues, have your say, and develop new skills with our Social Club, Health and Safety, and Diversity and Inclusion Committees.
• Prime location: Our office is conveniently located on St Kilda Road with great access to public transport and local amenities.
If this sounds like you - this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that offers a high engagement, vibrant and inclusive culture where you and your career can thrive.
Veterans and their families are encouraged to apply. We recognise and value your skills, commitment, and unique experiences.
Apply now for the next rewarding step in your career.
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