Inglewood & Districts Health Service (IDHS) is situated in the Shire of Loddon and provides services to more than 5,500 residents in the communities of Bridgewater, Inglewood, Korong Vale, Newbridge, Serpentine, Tarnagulla, Wedderburn and surrounding townships.
All IDHS facilities are conveniently located on one site – encompassing urgent care, acute, community and residential aged care.
IDHS also offers a diverse range of services including diabetes education, community and district nursing, counselling, cardiac rehabilitation, planned activity groups, volunteer and strength training programs.
Position Title: Finance Officer
Classification: HS2
Salary range per hour: $33.78 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 64 hours per fortnight
Award: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025
Role description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team. This role plays a critical part in supporting the organisation's financial operations, providing accurate reporting, and delivering valuable financial insights to stakeholders.
Working across multiple systems, including Oracle, Aged Care, and Patient Information systems, you will contribute to key accounting processes while supporting both operational and strategic finance functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily and month-end accounting tasks, including journals and reconciliations of general ledger and sub-systems
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Complete monthly bank reconciliations within Oracle
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Prepare and issue debtor invoices across Aged Care, Patient Information, and Oracle systems
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Manage debtor balances, respond to client queries, and follow up outstanding accounts
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Provide backup support for Accounts Payable
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Analyse management reports, investigating variances and discrepancies
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Assist in preparing financial reports, acquittals, and compliance documentation
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Support residents and families with financial processes, including Centrelink submissions and fee enquiries
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Maintain and reconcile Resident Trust Accounts
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Account for leased assets and associated financial arrangements
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Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring accurate and complete documentation
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Contribute to the development and improvement of finance policies, procedures, and systems
About you
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Demonstrated knowledge of accounting standards and GAAP
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Experience in financial reconciliation, reporting, and general accounting tasks
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple systems and priorities effectively
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Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise sensitively with clients and families
Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying.
Culture and Benefits
IDHS prides itself on being an employer of choice and on the support and supervision provided to its staff.
We can offer you the following:
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Generous salary packaging options including access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and associated expenses
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A welcoming & supportive culture
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Dynamic multidisciplinary team
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Professional development opportunities
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On-site parking
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Employee Assistance Program
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with IDHS Vaccination Policy.
IDHS encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. People of all ages, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ candidates, and people from multi-cultural backgrounds.
For further information about this position, please contact Aaron Baker – Finance Manager on 03 5431 7033.
Applications close 28th June 2026
Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Inglewood Districts Health Service.
