• Join one of Australia's largest and most successful Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations!
• Receive a generous salary circa $150,000, salary sacrificing, accommodation provided, 5 weeks leave, and MORE!
• Relocation assistance to help you move to the centre of the NT and make beautiful Tennant Creek your home!
• Apply your managerial experience to lead a team of dedicated finance professionals to continue the growth of our organisation.

“Aninyinginyi Manu Anyula Parkamarri Wilyangka.”
Our country, us mob, hold it strongly. Together we will determine our own destiny.

Julalikari Council Aboriginal Corporation (JCAC) has provided community services in Tennant Creek and the Barkly region for over 40 years. We aim to improve the wellbeing of Aboriginal people in the area and are governed by an elected Board of 9 Directors. We provide housing, community, and social services to the region and employ over 90 staff, making us one of the largest employers in the region.

Since our inception in the 1980s, we have been a community-founded organisation, run by our Elders, that wanted to bring equality to housing and people's lives across all local townships and camps. 

Our mission has always been “to inspire, accelerate and amplify the impact of our self-determination through the effective delivery of projects and advocacy.”

Specifically, in the areas of:

• Culture, heritage, and arts
• Community and social wellbeing
• Commercial and social enterprises
• Employment, education and training
• Housing and construction

We aim to “promote sustainable economic and social development in Tennant Creek and across Barkly regional communities, through individual and community achievement.”

Julalikari Council is currently seeking a full-time Finance Manager based in Tennant Creek, NT.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the CEO, as our Finance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the finance team and overseeing the financial operations of the organisation, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards, and contributing to strategic financial planning and decision-making.

Core Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the finance department and managing financial operations
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and maintaining financial standards
• Managing budgets, financial reporting, and forecasting
• Developing and strengthening internal financial controls and processes
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting the finance team
• Contributing to strategic financial planning and decision-making within the organisation

For a full position description, please click here.

About You

To qualify for the role of Finance Manager at JCAC, you will need a degree in Accounting or Finance, coupled with CPA/CA/CFA qualifications. 

Additional requirements for this position include:

• 5+ years experience in a similar leadership role
• Proficiency in financial reporting, grant fund recording, budget management, and internal controls
• Strong skills in team training and development
• Understanding of cultural sensitivity and workplace diversity
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities, or similar government-funded organisations is highly desirable

As our ideal candidate, you will join with demonstrated leadership skills and unwavering confidence. Your ability to handle challenging situations with a proactive and results-oriented approach will be key. You will also possess the skills to boost team morale and foster a positive, collaborative environment. We are looking for someone who not only aligns with our professional standards but also resonates with our cultural values and is ready to grow and succeed in this demanding yet rewarding role.

Additionally, a driver's license, Ochre Card, and police clearance are essential for this role.

Rewards and Benefits

When you join JCAC as our Finance Manager, you will receive a generous salary package circa $150,000, commensurate with your experience, and a range of great benefits. 

Benefits include:

• Up to $15,900 salary sacrificing to increase your take-home pay
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 to help you make beautiful Tennant Creek your home
• 5 weeks annual leave 
• Provided accommodation
• Phone and laptop
• A yearly training and development allowance of $5,000
• Additional salary sacrificing meal card up to $2,650 annually

Flexible working arrangements will also be negotiable for the right candidate. 

Best of all, you’ll be joining an organisation that cares about the community because it is part of the community.

Most important to us is your honesty and respect, across all internal and external business dealings. We believe in transparency across our organisation and have a foundational culture of mutual respect for everyone, no matter how they fit into our community.

If you’re an experienced finance manager looking to make a difference in an Aboriginal community, click Apply Now!