Accountant (with HR Experience)
1 x Full Time Role
Based in West Leederville

The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health is a registered Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and ACNC charity dedicated to reducing Indigenous suicide, building resilience, and strengthening wellbeing in Indigenous communities across Australia. Founded by Dr Tracy Westerman AM, a multi-award winning psychologist and Nyamal woman from the Pilbara region, Jilya is a truly grassroots organisation making significant change in Australia.

We are seeking a values-driven Accountant with HR experience (or a strong desire to develop in this area) to support the financial and operational sustainability of our growing organisation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change while working in a culturally safe and inclusive environment. We’re looking for someone who is deeply aligned with Dr Tracy Westerman’s mission to improve mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

At The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health, you’ll be part of a passionate team working toward healing and empowerment for future generations. We offer a supportive environment where cultural integrity, collaboration, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

This dual-role combines core accounting responsibilities with HR support functions. You’ll play a vital part in budgeting, payroll, financial reporting, compliance, and supporting people-related processes.

You’ll work closely with program teams to ensure financial decisions support community outcomes and uphold The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health cultural and clinical values.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Manage accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and grant acquittals.

• Providing HR support through accurate record-keeping, payroll coordination, and initiatives that foster an inclusive, compliant, and well-supported workplace.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, ATO, ACNC, and funding bodies.

• Support audits and uphold financial governance frameworks.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA/CPA qualified or working towards)

• Experience in accounting and HR coordination or willingness to develop HR skills.

• Knowledge of payroll systems and HR compliance.

• Background in not-for-profit or Indigenous health/community services.

• Familiarity with grant reporting and NFP governance.

• Understanding of payroll systems and HR compliance (Fair Work, NES)

• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-culturally.

• Commitment to Jilya’s values and social justice.

• Valid Australian driver’s licence, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, and Bankruptcy Financial Check.

Desirable:

• Experience in Aboriginal or diverse organisations.

• Understanding of Fair Work Act and relevant Awards.

The salary range offered is between $100,000-$120,000 per annum plus superannuation depending on skills and experience. As a not-for-profit, The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health offers salary packaging, which can boost your take-home pay by reducing taxable income.

For any job-related queries or to obtain a detailed Duty Statement please contact Robyn Phillips at robyn.phillips@thejilyainstitute.com.au

To Apply:

1.          Submit your cover letter along with your resume via Seek or alternatively in PDF format to robyn.phillips@thejilyainstitute.com.au

Before an offer of employment can be made The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health requires a National Police Clearance, not older than 6 months.

You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as Central Desert reserves the right to shortlist and interview applications as received. While we would love to contact each applicant, this is not always possible, and we thank every applicant in advance for taking the time to apply.

Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply.  We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees.  This is authorised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.