Finance & Business Manager

Manage day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, fund acquisition, donation processing, international remittances, and financial reporting. The role also oversees business systems, administration, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with governance standards and regulatory requirements.....

We are seeking a high capacity Finance & Business Manager with non-profit experience. World Relief Australia empowers people through local action for global change, to build local capacity and deliver life-changing sustainable development projects worldwide. If you have a finance, business, accounting or general management background? Then this job might be for you.

About us

World Relief Australia (WRA) envisions a world free from poverty, inequality and injustice. We are an Australian-based Christian aid and development agency committed to the sustainable alleviation of poverty, injustice and inequality through effective development practices worldwide.

With current projects in more than 20 countries we are working to alleviate poverty, bring food security, humanitarian assistance, access to education, healthcare and clean water and sanitation. We’re involved in economic development, rural development, disaster relief, and even the fight against human trafficking.

The Role

We are seeking a high capacity Finance & Business Manager with previous non-profit experience to join our team. The Finance & Business Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the financial and operational functions of WRA. The position is work-from-home, and while applicants from any location are welcome, we are strongly seeking candidates based in or near Newcastle, NSW.

The Finance & Business Manager ensures that finance and business operations and systems run smoothly and support the organisation’s mission, in collaboration with the CEO, internal team members, Australian partners, field partners, and service providers. This position works closely with the Finance & Administration Officer.

This position is responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, fund acquisition, donation processing, international remittances, and financial reporting. The role also oversees business systems, administration, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with governance standards and regulatory requirements.

A particular focus of the role is on supporting Australian-based partners and international projects through accurate financial servicing, timely reporting, and adherence to compliance obligations. The Finance & Business Manager also contributes to organisational planning, continuous improvement, and a strong, values-driven team culture.

The role requires strong financial knowledge, along with expertise in the rules and regulations governing nonprofits. This includes a deep understanding of Deductible Gift Recipients (DGR), Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI), Trusts, Taxation, compliance requirements set by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Familiarity with the rules and regulations related to nonprofit marketing and fundraising is also essential. As part of a small team with an “all hands on deck” approach, this position requires flexibility and collaboration across multiple areas to ensure the organisation runs effectively.

This role would suit a strong nonprofit financial and operational business generalist who is collaborative, confident, professionally warm, and teachable, with a positive attitude.

Please find the Finance and Business Manager position description on our website at https://wra.org.au/work-with-us/finance-business-manager/

Core details

This permanent part-time role is 15 hours per week across Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, typically from 9.00am to 2.30pm with a 30-minute break. Flexibility will be required at times to meet partner and business needs. Time in lieu is available upon request.

This role requires occasional in-person team meetings, or bank meetings as required.

This is a work-from-home remote role. While applicants from any location are welcome, we are strongly seeking a candidate based in or near Newcastle, NSW.

Remuneration: Independent contract - Manager Level Classification: $45ph plus Super, and nonprofit salary sacrificing option ($49.37 equivalent with salary sacrifice).

As this is a pivotal role within our small team, we are specifically looking for a candidate with the right competency, team chemistry, character and capacity. We are seeking a candidate who upholds the Christian faith and values, which are foundational to our work.

Early applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

To apply for this position, please email your application via the 'Apply to this Job' button, by close of business, Wednesday 25th February 2026. Your application should include a CV (detailing work experience, qualifications, and references) and a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.