Financial Controller

At Aquinas, we seek to employ staff who strive for excellence and thrive on empowering young men to lead meaningful lives. We are inspired by Christ to recognize the dignity of every person and promote inclusivity and embrace diversity.

Our beautiful campus overlooking the Canning River boasts excellent facilities and an undeveloped bushland that is a sanctuary for native wildlife in the heart of our city.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Finance Controller who demonstrates previous experience in a similar role with a commitment to service excellence and professionalism.

This role provides management for and works as part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team, within a values-based environment.

Reporting to the Business Manager, this role will help to facilitate the timely and accurate management of all aspects of the College finances. This includes the day-to-day management of financial function, financial reporting, taxation, grant funding, insurances, payroll and certain Government reporting requirements.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) role commencing as soon as possible.

The successful applicants will have:

• Certified Practising Accountant or Institute of Chartered Accountant qualifications.
• Demonstrated understanding of payroll.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor staff, creating a working environment that is effective, harmonious and positive.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• In-depth understanding of GST, ideally as it relates to a not-for-profit organisation.
• Ability to complete BAS and Fringe Benefits Tax returns.
• Experience in a school environment will be highly desirable, although is not essential.
• Hold a current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance (or be willing to obtain).
• Have or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School.
• Hold appropriate Australian Work rights.

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River. The College also offers a 25% Tuition Fee Discount for permanent staff with students enrolled at the College.

Your Application must include:

• Cover letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (Maximum 2 Pages).
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions.
• Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager.

Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children. All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.

Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

28 February 2025Salter Point Western Australia, AustraliaFull TimeAccounting Financial Managers & Controllers