Corporate Accounting Specialist

• 12-month max term fulltime role based at Norwest offering hybrid work arrangements
• Apply your corporate accounting expertise to support strong financial governance and sustainable outcomes across a national organisation
• Be part of a team that values integrity, accountability and collaboration

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Corporate Accounting Specialist to provide expert financial accounting oversight across BaptistCare’s corporate entities. In this senior role, you will lead complex accounting matters, statutory reporting and audit activities, provide authoritative technical advice across AASB standards and taxation, and be the key Corporate Accounting representative in project initiatives.

Working closely with senior finance leaders and key internal and external stakeholders, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality financial data, interpretations and reporting, overseeing an effective and clean audit program as well as championing system and process enhancement to support informed, mission-aligned decision-making across the organisation.

This role is well suited to a seasoned corporate accountant who thrives in leading and owning end to end tasks, being inquisitive and solutioning outside of the box, working through technical accounting challenges, and valuing collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related discipline
• CPA or CA qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate financial accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of AASB standards, taxation, statutory reporting and audit processes
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel and financial reporting tools
• Strong analytical capability and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to support capability development.
• Experience in aged care, healthcare, or multi-entity environments is desired
• Experience in continuous improvement initiatives, systems upgrades, or process redesign is an advantage

If you’re driven to deliver high‑quality outcomes, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to apply your expertise in work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us:

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.  Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre. 

We love what we do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please click ‘’Apply’’ and attach your resume.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice. 

Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks including police background check via our online police check system.

BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.

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