Paralympics Australia exists to lead Paralympic sport and create a more inclusive world. As the peak body for Paralympic sport in Australia, we have 24 member organisations and are responsible for selecting and managing the Australian Paralympic Teams to Summer and Winter Games.
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, the Financial Accountant will play an instrumental role both within the Finance Team and providing professional accounting and financial support across the organisation. You will manage month-end reporting, assist with budgeting and forecasting, support year-end processes, oversee payroll activities and relevant compliance requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who enjoys working across a broad range of financial responsibilities and wants to contribute to continuous improvement within a purpose-driven organisation. The role can be based at our Sydney or Melbourne office.
The ideal candidate will be positive, energetic and enjoy a busy and dynamic role. You are prepared to ‘roll up your sleeves’ to get the job done and are willing to assist where help is needed. Your friendly nature and fresh ideas to improve systems and processes will be a great compliment to the PA team.
You will bring highly developed attention to detail and problem-solving skills along with an ability to manage multiple activities at the same time. You are someone who enjoys a hybrid environment and proactively seeks out opportunities to deliver exceptional service.
At Paralympics Australia, we prioritise the continuous development of our team members, nurturing leadership qualities. As a valued member of the PA team, you will receive support and opportunities for growth through access to ongoing professional development in leadership.
Paralympics Australia is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering diversity and establishing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We welcome applicants with lived experiences and encourage you to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and recruitment process. Please contact people@paralympic.org.au for assistance.
To apply please submit a copy of your CV, along with a cover letter or video application addressing the role requirements before 30th September 2026.
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.
We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.
With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.
We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.
When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.
In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.
