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Junior Accountant
- Opportunity for an early career professional to develop & gain exposure in accounting skills for a leading Mental Health Provider
- Permanent role | Full time
- Hybrid & Burnley Location
Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.
Mind Australia is one of Australia’s largest providers of community-managed psychosocial services, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to find help, hope and purpose in their lives. Operating for more than 45 years and employing more than 1,300 staff around Australia, Mind is a leading employer of people with lived experience of mental health challenges, recognising their unique ability to connect with and motivate clients and guide recovery.
About the role
As part of the Business Services stream, the Financial Control’s will deliver financial operations, finance systems, management reporting, external reporting and asset management with the aim to achieve consistent service delivery and comply with internal and external policy, standards and practice.
We are seeking a self-motivated Junior Accountant for a permanent, fulltime opportunity in the Burnley area. You will provide support across financial operations, reporting and compliance for Mind and its controlled entities. This role is designed for a recent graduate (or near completion) or early career professional seeking to develop accounting skills and gain exposure within a dynamic not-for-profit environment.
Key responsibilities
- Assist in the day-to-day financial accounting and month-end process to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Preparation and posting of journals and adjustments across key accounts including revenue, payroll and accruals.
- Complete monthly reconciliations of a range of general ledger accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
- Support financial compliance by assisting with reconciliations, acquittals, FBT and BAS preparation.
- Support the preparation of statutory financial statements, including liaising with external auditors.
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree qualifications (or near completion) in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field as designated by Mind.
- Working towards CA, CPA, CIMA or ACCA
- Understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Ability to show initiative, work collaboratively and prioritise work.
- Great attitude towards work and willingness to learn and undertake new tasks.
Benefits
- Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, child care, car leasing expenses etc.)
- Generous leave entitlements including 8 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, and Monthly Accumulated Day off (Full time employees).
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provided by Converge International, for you and your immediate family members.
- Professional development through regular Practice Development sessions and coaching with your supervisor
Interested?
To apply visit Mind Careers - reference number 498984. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Friday 6 February 2026. Please apply early as the opportunity may close if a suitable applicant is sourced. Please contact the people below for more information.
Angelo Xavier – Financial Controller
angelo.xavier@mindaustralia.org.au
Tammy Visintin – Senior Accountant
Tammy.Visintin@mindaustralia.org.au
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact us at hr@mindaustralia.org.au
Position Description
PD - Junior Accountant (Finance, Burnley) 20260113.pdf
The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check.
