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Southern Cross Housing is a leading Not for Profit organisation with a service delivery area spanning from Wollongong to Eden, across to the Snowy Mountains.

Comprising 8 offices and over 75 employees, we own and manage over $1 billion worth of assets, over 2,300 dwellings housing over 5,000 people.

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to be a valued member of our Finance Team located in Bomaderry. The Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting the Finance Team with Accounts Payable processing, Accounts Receivable processing, financial record keeping, and other duties as directed by the Senior Finance Officer.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Collating documentation and preparing accounts payable & receivable invoices for payment

• Entering accounts payable and receivable details into the accounting system (GreenTree)

• Financial records management

• General office duties including filing, administrative support and other ad hoc duties

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• High attention to detail and exceptional organisation and time management skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills

• Strong commitment to professional development and growth within the organisation

• Prior experience in accounts processing duties, or progress towards a recognised accounting qualification

• A basic understanding of Social Housing

• Willingness to undertake reasonable travel to support regional offices and projects and/or undertake professional development activities

Essential Qualifications and Licensing:

• Current NSW Drivers licence

• Current Working with Children Check clearance (will be arranged by SCH)

• Criminal record check providing suitable clearance to work with vulnerable members of the community (will be arranged by SCH)

About the Role & Perks of the Job:

• A permanent (35 hrs p.w.) role located in our Bomaderry office.

• Typically, your hours would be worked over 5 days – however, SCH offers flexibility to our staff, providing you with the option to work your hours in 4 days! If that’s not for you, instead you have the opportunity to accrue and utilise TIL.

• Working for a registered charity (and PBI) you will have access to salary sacrifice (up to the ATO threshold) which can increase your ‘take home’ pay by thousands of dollars.

• Paid study leave program – supporting you to progress at SCH and expand your knowledge.

• Recognition & Rewards program – rewarding our high achievers!

• Journey Insurance – covering you as you travel to & from work.

• Annual retreats – to forge positive working relationships with your peers and give everyone an opportunity to contribute to our organisation’s future strategies.

• Employee Assistance Program, offering free and confidential counselling and support to you and your immediate family, for anything you need – including personal (non-work related) struggles.

How to Apply:

• Submit your application via Seek

• 2 Documents required in PDF format: Resume + Cover Letter (ATTN: Recruitment) addressing selection criteria

A full copy of the Position Description is available by email.

Applications close on Monday 16th February 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If we identify suitable applicants prior to the posted closing date for this role we reserve the right to close this position sooner without notice. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

SCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage an equal, diverse and inclusive workplace where unique talents, experiences and cultures are embraced. SCH encourages applications from women, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent

SCH is committed to ensuring that our workplace is safe and free from known risks to the health and safety of our clients and employees. Please note all appointments are subject to a safety screening process, including a Working with Children Check, Police Records Check, and pre-employment medical.

Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Financial Assistant?
Do you have experience using Microsoft Word?
Have you completed a qualification in accounting?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?