Senior Management Accountant

Job description

THE ROLE

YMCA South Australia is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to support our Head of Finance in driving strong financial management across the organisation.

In this role, you'll take responsibility for the complete month-end and year-end reporting cycle, lead our offshore finance team (AP, AR, and Payroll), and ensure our financial controls and compliance obligations remain robust. You'll deliver high-quality management reporting and analysis while driving continuous improvement across our financial systems and processes.

This role suits a qualified accountant who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively and wants to apply their skills in a purpose-driven not-for-profit that delivers meaningful community impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead month-end and year-end reporting, including management reports (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) and detailed variance analysis
• Maintain strong financial controls and statutory compliance (e.g., GST, PAYG, Superannuation)
• Support audits, cashflow forecasting, and financial governance practices
• Oversee AP/AR/Payroll processing via an offshore finance team and initiating payments
• Support grants and funding acquittals and strengthening compliance reporting
• Drive continuous improvement and system/process efficiencies across the finance team

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Y

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• Tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, or commerce (Bachelor's degree or higher)
• Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) designation
• Minimum 5 years' experience in management accounting or financial accounting roles
• Strong working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and statutory compliance requirements
• Advanced Excel capability and advanced proficiency in accounting software systems (e.g., SAP or similar ERP systems)
• Strong written and communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get...

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community. We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

BENEFITS WITH THE Y

• Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together
• YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services
• Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support.
• Career Growth Opportunities - A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Karen Polkinghorne on 0438789437 or karen.polkinghorne@ymcasa.org.au

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now! You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Applications close 30 January 2026.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. All candidates are appropriately screened and are in the right roles, including:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
• DHS Working with Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who...

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children, young people, and other vulnerable people.