Assistant Business Manager - Assisi Catholic College, UPPER COOMERA

Assisi Catholic College is a picturesque, master planned P – 12 co-educational college, administered by Brisbane Catholic Education with an approximate enrolment of 1500 students.

Assisi Catholic College requires staff members who can work independently and are flexible, creative and energised by the challenges of teaching in a contemporary college. Our contemporary facilities and models of schooling cater for individual, teacher-supported independent learning, community-based programs, flexible spaces and innovative learning technologies in a 1:1 environment.

There are four phases of learning: Early Years (Prep – Year 3), Junior Years (Year 4 – Year 6), Middle Years (Year 7 – Year 9) and Senior Years (Year 10 –12). Assisi is an authentic P-12 college characterised by continuity and connectedness across all phase of learning and activities.

The College is data informed and uses this data to guide learning and teaching which aims to create self directed learners throughout the phases of learning.

Assisi Catholic College has as its patrons St. Francis and St. Clare. Consequently, it has a particular commitment to the Gospel values of peace, love, truth, social justice and ecology. Assisi's commitment to environmental sustainability is evident in the built environment and through a range of energy efficient practices. Peace through Justice is the college motto.  Explore our school website to learn more about us.

We are seeking an Assistant Business Manager to support the Business Manager to deliver a wide variety of administrative and financial tasks to assist the financial operations of the school. 

Under the direction of the Business Manager, you will coordinate financial administration activities and provide support to ensure the school delivers on key reporting deadlines. You will demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and be a skillful negotiator who is able to liaise with the school’s clients with empathy. Additionally, you will be highly organised and be able to demonstrate sound judgement, confidentiality and discretion. Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and the BCE finance system, Microsoft Dynamics, is desirable.

To be successful in this role you will have:
•    Degree level qualification supported by appropriate commercial/educational experience,
•    Proven experience in a supervisory role within finance and/or business administration, and
•    Current working knowledge and understanding of accounting practices.

A cover letter addressing the criteria outlined above, should be included with your application.

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

Estimated start date:  Commencing February 2023

Position tenure:  Continuing

Weeks worked:  Up to 52 weeks per year including school holidays

Tenure duration (where Fixed Term): 

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 38 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 6 - $76,692 per annum plus up to %12.75 Super

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.


Contact:   Tim Pietschmann

Contact number:   07 5656 7100

Contact email:   admin@assisi.qld.edu.au

Closing date:     14-Feb-2023

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