Finance Assistant

About ANMF

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is Australia's largest national union and professional nursing and midwifery organisation. In collaboration with the ANMF's eight state and territory branches, we represent the professional, industrial and political interests of more than 356,000 nurses, midwives and carers across the country.

Our members work in the public and private health, Workforce and disability sectors across a wide variety of urban, rural and remote locations. We work with them to improve their ability to deliver safe and best practice care in each and every one of these settings, fulfil their professional goals and achieve a healthy work/life balance.

Our strong and growing membership and integrated role as both a trade union and professional organisation provide us with a complete understanding of all aspects of the nursing and midwifery professions and see us uniquely placed to defend and advance our professions.

Through our work with members, we aim to strengthen the contribution of nursing and midwifery to improving Australia's health and Workforce systems, and the health of our national and global communities.

ANMF Vision

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation is the influential and respected national voice of highly valued nurses, midwives and carers working in a world-class, equitable and fully funded health and aged care system.

Our Values

Integrity

We are consistently honest, ethical, respectful and professional in all our interactions.

Courage

We challenge the status quo and work to overcome difficult situations to achieve better outcomes for our members and our communities.

Fairness

We treat all people in an equal manner, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, political or sexual preference, and in a way that is free from self-interest, prejudice or favouritism. We are committed to eliminating discrimination, harassment, intimidation and violence.

Unity

We work collectively and collaboratively to achieve the best results for our members and our communities and to strengthen internal, national and international solidarity.

Inclusion

We recognise all individuals and provide equal access and opportunity for all to take part in our activities. We contribute to improving the ability, opportunity and dignity of those who are disadvantaged because of their identity to participate in our community.

Responsibility

We transparently manage our resources in the best interests of our members and our communities without waste or harm to any person or the environment. We are accountable for the results of our actions both in the present and for future generations.

Position Overview:

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to support the Senior Finance Officer, and the Federal Governance & Compliance Officer as required, to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely processing of financial transactions and records in compliance with statutory regulations and ANMF policies.

This role is responsible for providing finance, payroll, human resources and administrative support. Responsibilities include data entry, maintaining accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, providing human resource and administrative support. This position also contributes to budget forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, and other financial reporting activities as required.

The key responsibilities are included in the Position Description, which is included in the link as follows:

 https://www.anmf.org.au/media/ofki0lar/pd-finance-assistant.pdf

 What we are looking for

·         Qualifications in bookkeeping or finance related fields

·         Intermediate to advanced Excel and MYOB skills

·         Employment Hero experience

·         HR experience (desirable)

·         Sound written and verbal communication skills

·         Excellent attention to detail

·         Ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines

·         Strong organisational and the ability to prioritise work appropriately

·         Reliable, energetic and positive attitude

·         Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously

·         Commitment to the trade union movement

·         Current and valid police check

This is a permanent part-time position (.7 FTE) to join our Finance Team. Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid working from home is available.

The ANMF offers generous conditions of employment, including a starting part-time salary of $73,000 and 15.5% superannuation, in accordance with the ANMF Appointed Staff Enterprise Agreement.

The ANMF is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Please submit your application, including a cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria, to Annie Butler, ANMF Federal Secretary.

Applications close Monday 27th July 2026.

Please email applications to dabicic@anmf.org.au