Financial Accountant

Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Employment type: Permanent Full Time
Hours per week: 38
Remuneration: Salary relative to experience and ranges from $114,251.00 to $134,809.00 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Location: St. Leonards or Charlestown – flexible hybrid working, with regular scheduled time in the office each week
Applications close: 11:59pm, Thursday 19 February, 2026

 

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity
As the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring all reconciliation and journal processes meet legislative, statutory, and HealthShare NSW compliance requirements. You will support the maintenance and reconciliation of the General Ledger, manage aspects of electronic banking and capital accounting, and assist with the production of essential financial information.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, service‑driven environment and enjoys contributing to continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing

• Maintain and reconcile the General Ledger, prepare and post journals, and complete day‑to‑day financial accounting tasks in line with Accounting Standards, GST legislation, government accounting requirements, and internal policies.
• Undertake key corporate banking functions using commercial internet‑based banking platforms.
• Plan, prioritise and coordinate workload to meet team goals, deadlines, and service expectations.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders to ensure service levels are met and professional, timely support is provided.
• Assist senior finance staff with complex tasks, projects, system reviews, and the development and implementation of improved policies and procedures.

Key challenges

• Supporting a high‑performing, customer‑focused, and accountable service culture.
• Operating in alignment with NSW Health and HealthShare NSW values.
• Demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and the ability to embrace and adapt to change in a dynamic environment.

About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.

Additional benefits

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Hybrid working and flexible work arrangements: enjoy a combination of working from home and the office along with varied start/finish times, part time work and job sharing where applicable
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

How to apply

• Click Apply Now at the top of the page.
• Attach your resume and provide answers to the targeted questions below

Targeted Questions

1. Outline your qualifications and experience within financial accounting services and explain how your skills and professional background would contribute to your effectiveness in this role.
2. Provide an example of a circumstance in which you reviewed and improved an existing procedure. Outline the processes undertaken to implement the change, evaluate the effectiveness of the approach, and identify any improvements you would make in future implementations.
3. Describe the strategies you use to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines, particularly in periods of high workload.

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Additional information 

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description
• If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview as well as reference checks.
• Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
• An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months. 

Contact information

Please contact janaka.chandrasekera@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. 

Please let HSNSW-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.