Position

Accountant

Applications Close 27th March 2026

Accountant (0.6 FTE) – Hybrid Work Arrangement

Orbost Regional Health is seeking an experienced and motivated Accountant to join our Finance team on a 0.6 FTE basis. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a vital regional health service, supporting high‑quality care across Far East Gippsland.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, the Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting across statutory, regulatory and funding requirements. The role provides leadership to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, supports month‑end and year‑end processes, and contributes to budgeting, forecasting and financial governance.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement (to be negotiated), providing flexibility while supporting operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory financial statements in line with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting, Department of Health submissions, and grant acquittals.
• Lead month‑end processes including journals, accruals, reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to ensure accuracy and internal control compliance.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support Executive and Board decision‑making.
• Assist with annual budgets, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance systems, processes and controls.

About You

You will bring strong technical accounting capability, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic health service environment.

Essential qualifications & experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or related field. Applicants who can demonstrate strong capability but do not hold a formal qualification are still encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, statutory or regulatory reporting.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and audit processes.
• Experience coordinating AP/AR functions.
• High‑level skills in Excel and financial systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Desirable:

• IPA/CPA/CA qualification (or working towards).
• Experience in public health, community services or government finance.

Why Join ORH?

Orbost Regional Health provides a diverse range of acute, aged care and community health services to a vast region of Far East Gippsland. You will be part of a supportive, collaborative and values‑driven team committed to quality, safety and service excellence.

Additional Requirements

Police Check, Working with Children Check, immunisation requirements and other pre‑employment clearances apply as per the Position Description.

If you are interested in applying for the position of Accountant please download the appropriate position description form below or contact the Human Resources Department (03) 5154 6651; email: humanresources@orh.com.au   

You must address the key selection criteria as set out in the Position Description when preparing your application.

Your application MUST include the following:

• A letter of introduction with your full name, address and contact details, job title as listed in the advertisement and addressing the key selection criteria as set out in the position description.
• A copy of your current curriculum vitae including qualifications, professional affiliations, registrations, employment history, immunisation status, police check, working with childrens check, driver's licence and the names and contact details of at least two current/recent professional referees. 

Closing date for applications is:  27th March 2026 

Orbost Regional Health values:  Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Community.

ORH is an equal employment opportunity employer. We strive for an inclusive working environment for employees from a variety of backgrounds. We welcome applications from Aboriginal people, workers of all ages, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.