Finance Officer

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Catholic Schools Office, Diocese Of Maitland-Newcastle Full time

Posted: 11/09/2024- Closing Date: 23/09/2024- Job Type: Permanent - Part Time- Location: Mayfield- Job Category: Accounting & FinanceSan Clemente High School Mayfield is seeking a Permanent Part Time (6hrs per week on Fridays) Finance Officer to join the team January 2025.

San Clemente - A Catholic school in the Dominican tradition. Preparing to include Stage 6 from 2026.

Join a professional and committed team devoted to the development of each of their 600 students across years 7-10;
San Clemente is transitioning to include Stage 6 from 2026 and prides itself on being a diverse, multicultural school with students and families from a wide range of backgrounds. It seeks to provide many opportunities for our students while recognising that each individual is unique with different talents and strengths.

San Clemente enjoys an excellent reputation within the community. The positive relationships that exist between parents, students and staff allow for a harmonious educational setting which accommodates the whole person. The school endeavours to foster the individuality and potential of all students, recognising the uniqueness of each person, with their specific spiritual, academic and wellbeing needs catered for by a compassionate and dedicated staff.

San Clemente is committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of school life. Student wellbeing is seen as central to academic achievement and thus it has comprehensive pastoral care structures in place, along with a commitment to student centred learning.

The School Finance Officer is accountable for providing administrative and operational support to the Principal. The School Finance Officer is to administer elements of the school's finances with a particular emphasis on, but not limited to, purchase orders, invoicing, quotations, deliveries, activities payments, and fee payments.

The School Finance Officer must demonstrate attention to detail, excellent time management with the ability to work under pressure and multitask as well as the capacity to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

The School Finance Officer will be required to engage in other general financial tasks as designated by the Principal or delegate and other general administrative duties as required and directed by the Principal or delegate.

**Desired Skills and Experience**:
**EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA**
- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role and demonstrated ability in accurately and proficiently performing a wide range of finance tasks.
- Ability to manage billing and accounts receivable, purchasing, asset, inventory and accounts payable.
- Excellent written communication skills and strong verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated experience in preparing internal Finance reports for members of the leadership team.
- Intermediate experience and ability to work with various databases, Microsoft office programs and excel.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own work with the capacity and willingness to work in a team environment.
- TechnologyOne experience would be highly advantageous, but experience using any enterprise level financial software is desirable.
- Knowledge / experience in Compass (Desirable).

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Certificate III in Finance or equivalent qualification
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- First Aid Certificate (Desirable)

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US**
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION**

**TO APPLY**
- Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
- Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed** **under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

**Applications close: Monday 23rd September at 11.59pm**

**_Additional information_**
- The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the D



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