POSITION: Finance Assistant, CBAA, Remote/Work from Home

  • Friendly, fast paced environment
  • Support our teams as they support community broadcasting in Australia
  • Three days per week able to be worked remotely (flexible hours) 


The organisation 

The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) is a leading member based, for purpose organisation. We provide programs and services that strengthen over 400 community radio and independent media organisations.

With over five million listeners each week, community radio plays a vital role in providing a voice for multicultural, First Nations and other underrepresented groups, as well as supporting independent and emerging musicians, and communities not adequately serviced by other media services.

Our office is conveniently located close to Redfern Station and Waterloo Metro. 

The role 

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll actively support our Finance Team and provide financial services support activities across CBAA.  You will have the opportunity to use a variety of business systems and processes as we continue our digital transformation. We can offer flexibility around the timing of days worked and spread of hours all of which may be worked remotely.

Responsibilities: 

  • Accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliation 
  • Debtors follow up 
  • Collation of Excel based revenue schedules 
  • Entry of member financial data into Salesforce 
  • Assist the Finance Team with more complex accounting tasks 

Your success profile will include: 

  • Experience in a similar role or in a customer service role 
  • Certificate IV in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business Administration or higher 
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and to collaborate across departments 
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills 
  • Excellent numeracy and analytical skills 
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint and Teams) 
  • Experience using Xero or equivalent small business systems 
  • Comfortable using and learning new technologies  
  • Eligibility to work in Australia on a permanent basis 
  • If working hybrid or remote, a fast and stable internet connection 
  • Ability to work Sydney office hours 

Application Process 

We are committed to improving outcomes for our communities. We value diversity and inclusion.  We actively seek and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and with lived experience in the communities we  serve (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, the LGBTQIA+ community and people of diverse genders and faiths). 

To apply, submit your resume (max three pages) and a cover letter (max two pages) addressing the requirements and reason for application to the Head of Finance, Community Broadcasting Association at jobs@cbaa.org.au.  Successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Please note that there is no formal closing date for this role. Early applications are encouraged, and suitable candidates may be shortlisted for interview as applications are received. For enquiries about this role, please email jobs@cbaa.org.au

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