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Director of People and Culture at St Margaret's Anglican Girls School

St Margaret's and St Aidan's Anglican Girls Schools have a shared services model for key business functions across the schools. The purpose of the shared services model is to provide the Schools with high quality business and customer service, whilst ensuring continuous delivery and effective and efficient use of resources. In recognition of the schools' commitment to providing an exceptional work environment for all staff, both schools were awarded a 5-star Employer of Choice by The Educator in 2025.

We are currently recruiting to cover parental leave in our highly effective and dynamic finance team in the role of Accountant. This role is predominately based at St Margaret's Anglican Girls School in Ascot. This opportunity is from August 2025 to July 2026.

THE ROLE

With the support of a highly experienced and dynamic finance leadership team and Senior Accountants, this is the ideal opportunity for a qualified Accountant who has a thirst for learning and would thrive in a dynamic team of finance professionals. The position is responsible for providing general accounting and compliance reporting across all elements of the school's financial obligations. The environment is highly dynamic, and no two days are the same. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:

• Contributing towards preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports for the schools and other related entities including commentary of variances to budget;
• Contributing towards preparing quarterly financial Board Report;
• Preparing and reviewing journals;
• Administer financial aspects of school activities such as camps, buses, fairs, fundraising, donations and ancillary operations;
• Supervising the Fixed Asset Registers, monthly depreciation calculations and work in progress reconciliations for the schools as allocated;
• Supporting the Finance Officers both in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable and ensure these functions are completed in a timely manner, particularly during times of leave or peak periods;
• Providing high level financial advice and support to staff of the Schools and other related entities;
• Assisting with budget preparation;
• Driving process improvement strategies; and
• Scheduling and prepare Government and statutory returns for the Schools

ABOUT YOU

You will be a self-starter who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. You will:

• Possess relevant tertiary qualifications
• Bring previous experience as an Accountant where you have built your knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting obligations
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Possess the ability to build strong relationships with others, building a high level of trust and engagement through the quality of your work and people skills
• Have the ability to demonstrate initiative, along with the ability to maintain systems and procedures to meet strict deadlines and commitments

WHAT TO EXPECT

We are committed to providing a supportive work environment that fosters growth, learning and development. Some of the benefits you would enjoy in this role:

• The opportunity to work as part of a highly professional and effective finance team
• Genuine potential for growth, development and mentoring within the team and across relevant school networks
• Access to additional leave days available
• A range of wellbeing initiatives offered to staff; employee assistance program, free flu vaccinations and massages to name a few
• A great team environment with regular opportunities to participate in social activities, school functions and morning teas
• A competitive salary to be negotiated with the successful candidate based on skills and experience

Take the next step in your career in an environment where your professional learning and career ambitions will be actively supported.

To Apply: Applications are to be addressed to the Principal and be received by midday on 18 August 2025. As part of the online application process you will be required to complete an online application form and upload a cover letter and resume. Shortlisting and interviewing will begin immediately so interested candidates are encouraged to apply without delay. To view the position description and access the application form please visit this link https://applynow.net.au/jobs/STM420

Please note, the successful candidate will require a valid blue card prior to commencing employment at St Margaret's and St Aidan's. Candidates that do not currently hold a valid blue card are advised to apply for a blue card to ensure they are job-ready.

Please direct any enquiries to employment@stmargarets.qld.edu.au

St Margaret's and St Aidan's support the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety, welfare and well-being of students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are required to undergo a screening process as part of the recruitment process and the successful candidate must comply with School policies and relevant legislation relating to Student protection.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and General Business
• IndustriesPrimary and Secondary Education

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