Accountant / NDIS Claims Specialist
Accountant / NDIS Claims Specialist
Full‑Time | On‑Site | Shepparton, Victoria
Irena Care is a fast‑growing NDIS provider known for high‑quality, person‑centered support across regional Victoria. To keep pace with our growth, we’re looking for a switched-on Accountant with proven Xero skills and a passion for getting NDIS claims right the first time.
Why join Irena Care?
Make a real impact – your accuracy keeps services flowing to people who need them most.
Grow with us – career progression pathways and funded professional development.
Supportive culture – collaborate with a tight-knit finance, clinical and operations team that loves sharing ideas (and the occasional lunch).
Competitive package – salary commensurate with experience, plus super & annual CPI review.
Key responsibilities:
Financial Accounting
NDIS Funding & Claims
• Day-to-day bookkeeping in Xero (AP/AR, bank recs, payroll journal review).
• Lodge service claims via PRODA/NDIS myplace portal and troubleshoot rejections.
• Monthly management reporting & variance analysis.
• Create & monitor service bookings, track budgets, and utilization.
• BAS, IAS, GST & payroll tax preparation.
• Reconcile NDIS remittances to Xero and investigate discrepancies.
• End‑of‑month and year‑end close; assist with external audit.
• Liaise with Support Coordinators & Plan Managers to resolve funding issues promptly.
• Maintain fixed‑asset register, accruals and prepayments.
• Stay current with NDIS Pricing Arrangements & Compliance Guidelines.
What you’ll bring:
Essential
3+ years’ accounting experience (public practice or commercial).
Hands‑on expertise with Xero (bank feeds, payroll, advanced reporting).
Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, look‑ups, data cleanses).
Solid grasp of Australian payroll, GST and income‑tax basics.
Meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising data integrity.
Permanent work rights and ability to work Monday–Friday in our Shepparton office.
Highly regarded
Previous exposure to NDIS funding, pricing or claims processes.
CA/CPA (completed or in progress) or Diploma of Accounting.
Familiarity with PRODA, Care Master, Easy Pay, Supportability or similar care‑sector systems.
Experience preparing financials for external auditors and funding bodies.
Passion for the disability sector and commitment to person‑centered values.
Ready to apply?
Email your CV and a one‑page cover letter with the subject line “Accountant / NDIS Claims – Shepparton”.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 business days.
We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and candidates of all backgrounds.
Join Irena Care and turn numbers into meaningful outcomes every day.