Volunteer Accountant / Bookkeeper (Not-for-Profit | DGR charity)

Oncology Massage Training Ltd (OMT Ltd) is seeking a values aligned volunteer accountant or bookkeeper to support the financial stewardship of our not-for-profit charity with Gift Deductible Recipient (DGR) status. This is an opportunity to bring clarity, compliance, and calm to the financial backbone of an organisation committed to safe, evidence based oncology massage education across Australia and New Zealand.

We are a small, purpose-led team with high professional standards. We take ethics seriously, use funds responsibly, and prioritise transparency... because our work ultimately supports people and families impacted by cancer, and the clinicians and therapists who care for them.

Key duties

Depending on your availability and expertise, your support may include:

Bookkeeping fundamentals

• Bank and account reconciliations
• Invoicing and receipt management
• Accounts payable/receivable tracking
• Maintaining clean, audit ready records

Not-for-profit compliance support

• Support reporting requirements aligned with charity governance expectations (e.g., Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and other relevant obligations)
• Ensure correct handling of DGR-related income, donations, and documentation

Financial reporting and insights

• Monthly/quarterly financial snapshots (income/expenses, cash position, upcoming commitments)
• Support for annual reporting and end-of-year processes (in partnership with our external accountant, if applicable)
• Budget support for training programs, scholarships, and special projects

Process improvement

• Light systemisation: consistent coding, templates, and simple procedures
• Practical recommendations to strengthen controls, reduce admin load, and improve visibility

Stakeholder ready information

• Board ready summaries that are clear, accurate, and easy to interpret
• Support for grant acquittals or donor reporting where needed

Skills and experience (what we’re looking for)

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in not-for-profit bookkeeping/accounting (Australia preferred)
• Working understanding of DGR considerations and ethical handling of donations
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgement
• Comfortable communicating with a small team (clear, kind, direct)

Highly regarded

• Familiarity with cloud accounting systems (e.g., Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks) and basic reporting
• Understanding of GST/BAS processes (where relevant to a charity’s activities)
• Experience preparing for year-end, working with an external accountant (if applicable), or supporting audits/reviews
• Ability to build simple, repeatable systems that keep the organisation “finance healthy”

About our organisation

Oncology Massage Training Ltd delivers evidence-based oncology massage education with a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and clinical appropriateness. We exist to raise the standard of oncology massage practice and support the growth of a workforce that can safely care for people affected by cancer... particularly those who are vulnerable, unwell, or navigating complex treatment effects.

Our values are reflected in how we teach and how we operate: **

• Professional integrity and accountability
• Compassion with clear boundaries
• Evidence based education and continual improvement
• Respect for people, privacy, and the trust placed in us

Benefits of volunteering with OMT Ltd

• Purposeful contribution: Your skills directly support education that improves care standards.
• Flexible involvement: We can shape the scope to your capacity (steady flow, with occasional peaks around reporting).
• Meaningful teamwork: You’ll work with a respectful, mission-driven team that values your time and expertise.
• Visible impact: Small improvements in financial systems make a big difference in sustainability.
• Professional satisfaction: Help an organisation do good work well: with transparency, compliance, and stewardship.

The impact you will have

By strengthening our bookkeeping and financial reporting, you help OMT Ltd:

• Protect and honour the intent of donations and DGR-supported funds
• Maintain strong governance and compliance
• Plan confidently for training delivery, scholarships, and outreach
• Reduce admin burden so our team can focus on education and community impact
• Sustain and scale evidence-based training that supports therapists and the people they care for

Would you like to work with us and help shape the integrative oncology landscape? Get in touch — we’d love to have a conversation.