Emhaws
About EMH
Elizabeth Morgan House Aboriginal Women’s Services Inc. (EMH) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that has supported Victorian Aboriginal women and their children impacted by family violence for over 40 years. Operating since 1976, EMH delivers culturally safe, trauma-informed services grounded in community consultation, self-determination, and healing. We are a respected sector leader providing crisis accommodation, outreach and case management, intake services, counselling, tenancy advocacy, and pre‑and post‑release programs for women in custody.
Our Values At EMHAWS, our values guide everything we do:
Culture: Aboriginal culture, identity, and self‑determination are central to healing
Respect: We treat all women and families with dignity and compassion
Safety: We prioritise cultural, physical, and emotional safety
Healing: We support healing through trauma‑aware, strengths‑based practice
Empowerment: We walk alongside women to build confidence and autonomy
Integrity: We are accountable, ethical, and transparent in our work
Position Overview This Management Accountant role supports the financial sustainability of EMH through accurate reporting, budgeting assistance, and compliance support. Working closely with the CFO and bookkeeper, the role provides foundational financial analysis and reporting across programs and funding streams.
Assist in preparing monthly management reports and cash flow updates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Support variance analysis and detailed program‑level financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Support
Assist in preparing monthly management reports and cashflow updates
Support variance analysis and program‑level financial reporting
Help prepare financial summaries for Executive and Board reporting
Budgeting & Forecasting
Assist with annual budgets and forecasts under guidance of the CFO
Support with monitoring cost centre budgets
Contribute to basic financial modelling and data analysis
Compliance, Funding & Audit Support
Assist with grant acquittals and funding reports
Support accurate cost allocation across funded programs
Prepare documentation and schedules for external audits
Support compliance with accounting standards and not-for‑profit obligations
Financial Systems & Administration
Assist with reconciliations, general ledger reviews, and payroll journals
Maintain financial records, processes, and approval workflows
Support continuous improvement of finance systems and reporting tools
Stakeholder Support
Provide clear and practical financial information to non‑finance staff
Build positive working relationships across programs and corporate teams
Respond to finance‑related queries with support from the CFO
Key Selection Criteria
Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (completed or near completion)
Basic understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with a diverse range of stakeholders
Proficiency with accounting software or ability to quickly learn.
Willingness to learn and work collaboratively within a values‑driven organisation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ability to learn new systems
Interest in working in the not‑for‑profit or community services sector
Understanding of Aboriginal culture, self‑determination, or willingness to learn
Experience in administration, finance support, or internships
Exposure to grant funding or government‑funded environments
Conditions of Employment
National Police Check
Working With Children Check (Employee)
Valid Australian working rights
Adherence to EMH policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct
Participation in supervision, training, and team meetings
Role subject to annual review
Why Join EMHAWS?
Supportive learning environment with direct mentorship from senior finance staff
Opportunity to grow a finance career in the not‑for‑profit sector
Meaningful work that contributes to safety, healing, and empowerment
Aboriginal‑led, values‑driven organisation
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Our Values At EMHAWS, our values guide everything we do:
Culture: Aboriginal culture, identity, and self‑determination are central to healing
Respect: We treat all women and families with dignity and compassion
Safety: We prioritise cultural, physical, and emotional safety
Healing: We support healing through trauma‑aware, strengths‑based practice
Empowerment: We walk alongside women to build confidence and autonomy
Integrity: We are accountable, ethical, and transparent in our work
Position Overview This Management Accountant role supports the financial sustainability of EMH through accurate reporting, budgeting assistance, and compliance support. Working closely with the CFO and bookkeeper, the role provides foundational financial analysis and reporting across programs and funding streams.
Assist in preparing monthly management reports and cash flow updates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Support variance analysis and detailed program‑level financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Support
Assist in preparing monthly management reports and cashflow updates
Support variance analysis and program‑level financial reporting
Help prepare financial summaries for Executive and Board reporting
Budgeting & Forecasting
Assist with annual budgets and forecasts under guidance of the CFO
Support with monitoring cost centre budgets
Contribute to basic financial modelling and data analysis
Compliance, Funding & Audit Support
Assist with grant acquittals and funding reports
Support accurate cost allocation across funded programs
Prepare documentation and schedules for external audits
Support compliance with accounting standards and not-for‑profit obligations
Financial Systems & Administration
Assist with reconciliations, general ledger reviews, and payroll journals
Maintain financial records, processes, and approval workflows
Support continuous improvement of finance systems and reporting tools
Stakeholder Support
Provide clear and practical financial information to non‑finance staff
Build positive working relationships across programs and corporate teams
Respond to finance‑related queries with support from the CFO
Key Selection Criteria
Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (completed or near completion)
Basic understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with a diverse range of stakeholders
Proficiency with accounting software or ability to quickly learn.
Willingness to learn and work collaboratively within a values‑driven organisation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ability to learn new systems
Interest in working in the not‑for‑profit or community services sector
Understanding of Aboriginal culture, self‑determination, or willingness to learn
Experience in administration, finance support, or internships
Exposure to grant funding or government‑funded environments
Conditions of Employment
National Police Check
Working With Children Check (Employee)
Valid Australian working rights
Adherence to EMH policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct
Participation in supervision, training, and team meetings
Role subject to annual review
Why Join EMHAWS?
Supportive learning environment with direct mentorship from senior finance staff
Opportunity to grow a finance career in the not‑for‑profit sector
Meaningful work that contributes to safety, healing, and empowerment
Aboriginal‑led, values‑driven organisation
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