Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Epworth HealthCare is offering a fixed term (12 months) full-time position for a proactive Finance Assistant to support the Epworth Medical Foundation and Epworth Research groups. Reporting to the Finance Manager for Academic/Medical Services & Research, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for preparing financial reports, performing financial reconciliations, managing funding balances, and assisting with various financial transactions related to the Epworth Medical Foundation. Additionally, the Finance Assistant will play a crucial role in the expenditure management process for Epworth Research Trials and Studies, ensuring accurate budget tracking and a comprehensive financial approval process.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparation of financial information and reports for review by the Finance Manager for Academic/Medical Services & Research and the Executive Director, Epworth Medical Foundation
• Reconciliation of bank statements to donor funding, and endowment funds
• Coding and processing of invoices, and tracking against budgets
• Monitoring of term deposits and Capex from donated funds
• Ensuring adequate approvals have been sought for Research related expenditure
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and timely response to queries

All staff are expected to promote excellence to our customers and support colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise.

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Advanced data entry skills with accuracy and attention to detail
• Intermediate understanding of finance processes, procedures & reporting
• Intermediate level experience and knowledge of Excel
• Demonstrated ability to undertake financial analysis and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and collate information
• Previous experience dealing with multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise deliverables
• A positive, cooperative and collaborative team member
• Professional work ethic and flexible work style

Position Description           Inherent Requirements

We review applications as they are received.

• Bookkeeping qualifications and/or
• Currently studying/recently completed a related course i.e. accounting, finance, economics, business, commerce and/or
• Experience in a similar role

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Enquire/ Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.