Senior Finance Manager

2 weeks ago

Burwood, Australia MLC School Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Location:

MLC School

Employment Type:

FP - Full-Time Permanent

Department:

Finance Business

Closing Date:

22 Oct 2025

Senior Finance Manager

Salary: $150,000 – $161,434 per annum

Start Date: November 2025

Applications Close: 22 October 2025

MLC School is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Finance Manager to join the finance department on a full-time, permanent basis.

About the role

As the Senior Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing MLC School's strategic vision by delivering expert financial leadership and advice. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will drive effective financial management and robust governance frameworks that underpin the school's ongoing success. This influential position partners closely with key internal stakeholders—including property, facilities, aquatic centre teams, and department heads—to provide insightful financial guidance and empower decision-making aligned with the school's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Advising the CFO on emerging financial issues and providing strategic recommendations.
  • Leading the development, monitoring, and reporting of operating and capital budgets.
  • Driving process and systems improvements to enhance financial management and governance.
  • Preparing insightful financial reports and critical analysis to support decision-making.
  • Managing annual audits and maintaining effective relationships with external financial partners.

About You

You are a detail-oriented professional with:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, or Business
  • Membership of Australian Society of CPAs or Chartered Institute of Accountants
  • 7–10+ years' experience as an Accountant, ideally in a school or educational environment.
  • Strong analytical skills, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Project and contracts management experience.

About MLC School

MLC School is a leading independent girls' school with a proud tradition of educating and inspiring young women to be fearless thinkers, with moral courage and compassion to be agents of change in their own lives and the lives of others. We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of our operations.

Why Work at MLC School?

  • Purpose-driven environment: Be part of a school that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Professional growth: Work alongside talented professionals and leaders, with opportunities for ongoing learning and development.
  • Supportive culture: Join a team that values diversity, inclusion, and the wellbeing of staff and students.
  • Impact: Play a key role in shaping the financial sustainability and strategic direction of a renowned educational institution.
  • Competitive remuneration: Attractive salary package and benefits, including access to professional development and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Recognising excellence with salary packaging, long service leave after 5 years and discounted school fees.
  • Free on-site parking, close proximity to Burwood and Strathfield Stations, and access to the School's gym and indoor aquatic centre.

How to Apply

Submit your application via the MLC School Careers Portal, including:

  • A cover letter
  • Your resume (including contact details for three confidential referees)
  • Academic transcripts

Applications close: 22 October 2025

Note: MLC School may close the advertisement early, so early applications are encouraged.

Recruitment agencies are kindly asked not to contact us regarding this vacancy.

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