Our vision: empowering the autistic and autism communities
Our purpose: 'Every Step Together' - providing services and support, education and information on autism, to allow autistic people and their family/whanau/caregiver, professionals and other stakeholders, to make informed choices.
ROLE PURPOSE The Finance/HR Manager is the key person responsible for the day-today management of the organisation's financial and HR activities. A core accountability is financial management reporting to the Business Manager and to funding and agencies.
HOURS OF WORK This is a fixed term, part-time position (20 hours).
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Management of the financial activities of the organisation Oversight and review of monthly financial reports.Maintain Autism New Zealand's management accounting systems and processes.Oversight and review of financial records for year-end audit.Oversight and review of monthly reconciliations.Oversight of all finance work, including payroll.Management and completion of funding applications, accountabilities and contractual reporting on time.Ensure issues or budget variances are highlighted to the Business Manager. 2. Management of HR activities of the organisation Manage and completion of the day-to-day HR processes and coordination.Oversight of contracted in HR administration. Assist the Business Manager with the development of HR policies.Manage the day-to-day health and safety requirements. 2. Team management Manage the finance team effectively according to organisation policies and procedures.Recruit and induct staff in conjunction with the Business Manager.Provide training opportunities for the finance team based on identified staff need with the approval of the Business Manager.Supervise and evaluate direct report staff.Promptly report any significant issues to the Business Manager. 4. Administration Follow delegation policy of Board.Authorise payments or delegate signing authority. 5. Professional development and training Participate in training and professional development opportunities as required, and within budget. Professional development completed on time and to the standards as required for the role.Tertiary qualification in Accountancy and is a preferably Chartered Accountant. PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge, skills and experience Experience in management accountingKnowledge of MYOB EXOKnowledge of payroll systemsMethodical and systems orientedCompetent in the suite of Microsoft Office applicationsExperience in managing staffEffective organisational and prioritising skillsExcellent time-management, and project management skillsExcellent communication and relationship skills – the ability to relate well to a wide range of people: staff, families, teachers, agencies, professionals, grant funders and suppliersAble to handle information sensitively and confidentiallyCommitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Linking the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to all aspects of service provision and the operations of Autism New Zealand. Personal qualities Self-motivated and uses initiativeEmpathetic and enthusiasticProactive, energetic, and resilientResilient and able to work under pressureEthical, responsible and reliablePatient, with the ability to remain calm in stressful circumstancesAbility to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team – understanding that sharing information empowers all the team, and is a necessary part of the roleGenuine respect and interest for autistic people, and their families/whanau or caregivers, and professionals HOW TO APPLY Applications close Sunday 24th November 2024.
For more information on Autism New Zealand, visit our website www.autismnz.org.nz.
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