Manager Finance

Manager Finance

Trinity Anglican School – Cairns, QLD

$139,800-$156,700 per annum package inclusive of 12.75% superannuation, (School Officer Level 6) dependent on experience.

Full time or Part time options available

Trinity Anglican School (TAS), the leading academic school in Far North Queensland, is inviting applications for an exceptional team leader to join our high-performing Business Services team.

If you are an accomplished or aspiring finance leader who values purpose, integrity and genuine community impact, this is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a school that inspires curiosity in more than 1,400 young people.

About the Role

The Manager Finance leads the school's financial operations with a focus on accuracy, service, governance and forward planning. You will oversee the end-to-end finance function across two campuses and key business units.

This is a genuinely broad and rewarding role, suited to a finance professional who enjoys strategic thinking, problem-solving and partnering with people across diverse operational areas.

What You Will Lead & Deliver

Finance Leadership & Oversight

• Lead a capable Finance Team with a culture of service, accountability and continuous improvement
• Oversee all financial processes, internal controls and system management
• Provide operational support and expert advice to the Head of Business Services and Senior Leadership

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare high-quality reporting for the Board, Finance Committee and Budget Holders
• Manage statutory, regulatory and government reporting
• Maintain robust financial governance and compliance frameworks

Budgeting & Financial Strategy

• Lead the annual budget process in partnership with Budget Holders
• Deliver forecasting, long-term modelling and scenario analysis
• Strengthen financial literacy across departments

About You

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• CPA/CA qualified (or well-progressed)
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and reporting
• Analytical, organised and attentive to detail
• A natural relationship-builder who communicates and collaborates well across diverse teams
• A collaborative leader who builds positive relationships across a school community
• Curious and adaptable, with a mindset for improving processes and embracing new systems
• Confident presenting financial information to senior leaders and the School Board
• Motivated by a role where your work has clear purpose and community impact

Experience in an education or not-for-profit environment is welcome, but not essential. Supervisory/management experience preferred but not essential.

Why You'll Love Working at TAS

Purpose That Matters

At TAS, your work directly contributes to a school where students are known, nurtured and challenged. Every financial decision supports learning, wellbeing and opportunity across two campuses and several trading entities.

A Supportive, Values-Led Culture

You'll join a collaborative team grounded in trust, professionalism and inclusivity. Our staff are proud of the relationships they build and the difference they make each day.

Professional Growth and Influence

As a key advisor to the Head of Business Services, Principal and Senior Leadership Team, you'll help shape strategic decisions, strengthen systems, support and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Flexibility and Balance

We understand the importance of family and wellbeing. This role can be full-time or school-time and offers the flexibility to attend family commitments and school events.

Employee Benefits

• Tuition fee discount
• Opportunities for career development
• Flexible Working arrangement requests considered
• Access to the TAS Aquatic Centre and on-site gym
• Work in Cairns, one of Australia's most desirable lifestyle destinations

TAS is investing in technology, modernising systems, and strengthening financial sustainability across the School. You will join at a moment of positive change and have the opportunity to influence the next chapter of our growth.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a school that values people, purpose and progress, we'd love to hear from you.

Working with students checks

TAS provides a safe and supportive learning environment for our students and young people, and we achieve this through recruiting excellent staff based on merit and suitability to work with our students and young people. To ensure your suitability to work with our students and young people, the following checks will be undertaken as a part of the recruitment process:

• National Register Screen (Anglican School's Commission Screen)
• Blue Card (Working with Children) or ability to obtain
• Reference checks

How do I apply?

Please upload (in Microsoft Word or PDF format):

• Your current résumé.
• A cover letter advising us how you meet the responsibilities of this position.

We will process applications as they come through, so please apply today