Careers
We’re passionate about Christian ministry.
For over 40 years, we’ve helped ministries get the funding and support they need to build and expand their ministry operations. We offer a range of savings and term investments to help pool funds to resource Christian ministry. Loans and other assistance are made to churches and Christian organisations to support their work and activities.
Vacant positions
Melbourne based | Full Time | Purpose Driven Opportunity
Use Your Relationship Skills to Help Christian Ministry to Thrive
Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships, creating opportunities, and making a genuine difference?
Christian Finance is seeking an experienced, motivated Relationship Manager to grow and support our Victorian client network. This is more than a business development role, it is an opportunity to partner with churches, ministries, and Christian organisations, helping them access the financial solutions they need to achieve their mission.
As a trusted representative of Christian Finance, you will build long term relationships, identify opportunities for growth, and support clients throughout their lending and investment journey. You’ll be backed by a collaborative national team and an organisation committed to your development, faith and purpose.
ABOUT US
Christian Finance Australia Limited is a ministry that provides financial services to Christian ministries across Australia. With more than $700 million in assets, we are a well-established, purpose-driven organisation committed to excellence, integrity and service. Our purpose is to enable Christian ministry to thrive through ethical financial stewardship.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a relational role, where you will:
- Build strong connections with churches, pastors, and Christian organisations
- Drive growth in lending and investment portfolios
- Support clients with loan and investment enquiries aligned to ministry outcomes
- Represent Christian Finance at church events and within the broader community
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong relationship management and business development experience
- Experience in business banking, financial services, or lending
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities
- Solid numeracy skills and attention to detail
- Strong problem solving, negotiation, and reporting capabilities
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks and financial services compliance is desirable.
- Ability to work independently while remaining highly connected to a national team and state office located in Camberwell.
It is essential that the person in this role is a committed Christian, active in a local church and understands the Baptist, Churches of Christ, and broader Christian ministry context and has a genuine desire to serve and support ministry outcomes.
WHY JOIN CHRISTIAN FINANCE
- Meaningful work that directly supports Christian Ministry across Australia
- Established organisation with over $700 million in assets
- Supportive and values driven culture
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships and make a tangible impact
- Professional development and long-term career growth
If you are passionate about building relationships and supporting Christian ministry, would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and faith alignment to hr@christianfinance.org.au. For a confidential discussion, please call Carly Smith on 1300 650 542 for a copy of the Position Description.
Are you a skilled and experienced Accountant looking for a new challenge?
Join a purpose driven organisation where your expertise will make a real difference. We are seeking a proactive and experienced Accountant to play a key role in supporting the financial health and strategic growth of Christian Finance.
ABOUT US
Christian Finance is a growing Australian financial services organisation committed to serving our clients with integrity, excellence and care. With over $700 million in assets, we are a well-established, purpose driven organisation committed to our purpose to enable Christian ministry to thrive through ethical financial stewardship.
WHY JOIN CHRISTIAN FINANCE?
- Purpose driven work that supports churches and Christian Ministries across Australia
- Competitive remuneration
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- A flexible working condition
- A matching gifts program
- Volunteer leave
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of Christian Finance and supporting informed business decision making. You will be responsible for a diverse range of accounting, compliance and financial management activities, while contributing to continuous improvement across our finance function.
- Support month-end close processes, preparation of journals, and balance sheet
- Managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, corporate cards, and fixed assets
- Support BAS, GST, statutory reporting, and external audits
- Process investment transactions, income collection, trust accounting, and unit pricing activities
- Analyse financial data and provided insights to support sound business decision.
- Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, controls, and processes.
- Partner with stakeholders across the organisation and provide support to the Financial Controller as required.
ABOUT YOU
- Have a personal active Christian faith.
- Be supportive of Christian Finance vision, mission, and values.
- A degree in accounting, finance, or related field. CA/CPA qualification will be viewed favourably.
- At least 5 years’ experience in accounting and finance industry, with demonstrated experience across the responsibilities of this role.
- Fund Accounting experience will be viewed favourably
- In depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
- Proficiency in Xero accounting software (or similar) and strong excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Outstanding communication skills and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and faith alignment to hr@christianfinance.org.au. For a confidential discussion, please call Carly Smith on 1300 650 542 for a copy of the Position Description.
About Us
Christian Finance is a not-for-profit finance ministry established in 1984, serving Christian Churches and ministries across Australia. With over $700 million in assets, Christian Finance operates a registered charitable investment scheme under an AFS licence. We offer savings and investment products to resource Christian ministries and provide loans and financial support to help them fulfil their mission.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail orientated and service focused Loans Administration Officer to support the accurate and timely processing of loan documentation, settlements, and ongoing loan administration. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, data integrity and smooth lending operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue loan documentation in line with approved terms
- Coordinate settlements, drawdowns, and loan variations, drawdowns, and loan variations
- Ensure all conditions precedent to funding are met
- Maintain secure, accurate, and compliant loan files and records
- Manage loan administration, data and reporting
- Support AML and compliance requirements,
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders
What you will Bring
- Experience in lending administration or financial service (highly regarded)
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Sound understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience using financial systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, organized approach with a focus on continuous improvement
Who You Are
- A committed Christian with an active faith and involvement in a local church
- Aligned with Christian Finance’s mission, values and service ethos
- Reliable, accountable, and able to use sound judgement
- A team player with a client service mindset
- Eager to learn and grow professionally
Why Join Us
- Meaningful faith-based work
- Supportive and values led culture
- Opportunity to grow and contribute
How to apply
If you are passionate about service, detail orientated, and want to use your skills in a faith-based environment, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and faith alignment to hr@christianfinance.org.au or call Carly Smith on 1300 650 542 for a copy of the Position Description.
Join a purpose driven financial services organisation making a real difference.
Are you curious by nature, detail-focused and passionate about protecting organisations from financial crime? Join Christian Finance as an AML Officer and become part of a collaborative Quality Assurance team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, compliance and client trust. This is an opportunity to build your compliance career while contributing to an organisation that balances regulatory excellence with a genuine commitment to serving people and communities.
ABOUT CHRISTIAN FINANCE
Christian Finance is a growing Australian financial services organisation committed to serving our clients with integrity, excellence and care. With over $700 million in assets, we are a well established, purpose driven organisation committed to our purpose to enable Christian ministry to thrive through ethical financial stewardship.
We are looking for an AML Officer with a sharp eye for detail, a naturally inquisitive mind and a passion for doing what’s right. Join our Quality Assurance team, you ‘ll play a vital role in protecting the integrity of Christian Finance, helping to safeguard our clients, uphold regulatory standards, and support our mission of serving communities with excellence and trust.
We offer:
- Meaningful work in a purposed driven organisation that supports churches and Christian Ministries
- A collaborative, and supportive team environment
- A flexible and supportive working environment
- A matching gifts program
- Volunteer leave
- Competitive remuneration
ABOUT THE ROLE
As our AML Officer, you will be responsible for reviewing transaction monitoring alerts, investigating unusual activity, gathering accurate records in accordance with AML/CTF obligations and internal policies.
You will work closely with our AML/CTF Compliance Officer as key business stakeholders to identify assess and appropriately escalate potential financial crime risks while contributing to a strong culture of compliance across Christian Finance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role you will:
- Review and assess transaction monitoring alerts within agreed service standards
- Investigate unusual or unexplained client activity
- Conduct information gathering and follow up with internal stakeholders
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive records of alert reviews and outcomes.
- Escalate suspicious or high-risk activity in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Support enhanced customer due diligence and compliance review activities
- Assist with ongoing improvement of AML/CTF processes and controls
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy and information security obligations
- Provide occasional, as required administration support. Including meeting coordination, catering arrangements, office supplies and event assistance.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
We are looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with excellent attention to details and a proactive, customer focused approach.
You will ideally have:
- Experience in AML/CTF, compliance, quality assurance, risk management, banking operations or financial services.
- Understanding of AML/CTF obligations. Transaction monitoring and customer due diligence processes.
- Strong investigative and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written communication and record keeping capabilities.
- The ability to analyse information, identify anomalies and exercise sound judgement.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support a range of business activities.
- Experience using banking, CRM, compliance or case management systems
Relevant qualifications or training in AML/CTF, compliance, finance crime, banking or risk management will be highly regarded.
Christian Finance requires staff who are aligned with our Christian mission and who understand the role of churches and ministries in the community. The successful applicant will hold a strong Christian faith and be an active member of a Christian church
TO APPLY:
For a copy of the Position Description or for more information about the role, please contact Carly Smith on 1300 650 542