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Finance Officer - St Francis Xavier College - Florey ACT

Finance Officer - St Francis Xavier College - Florey ACT

Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Florey

  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Temporary
Apply by:
20 June 2023

Job overview

Location: Florey, ACT
Employment Type: Temporary
Employment Status: Part-time - 50 hours per fortnight
Salary:  $71,711 plus superannuation
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Tuesday 20 June 2023

St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching.

About the Role

The College is seeking to recruit a Finance Offer to join our team. The Finance Officer, as a member of the Finance Team, is responsible for all aspects of the purchasing and accounts payable functions of the College.

Essential Criteria

  • Extensive skills and previous experience in a similar finance related role with an extensive knowledge of accounts payable, bookkeeping, and general accounting. A previous role in a school environment and qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance will be well regarded.
  • A high level of computer literacy with an extensive understanding of accounting systems and knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • A strong customer service ethic with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure whilst maintaining a highly focussed attention to detail.
  • The ability to work collaboratively and flexibly in a team environment to ensure financial management best practice.
  • Self-motivation, with the ability to work independently and show initiative.
  • Well-developed analytical skills and a creative approach to solving problems.
  • The commitment to support and promote the Catholic values of the College.

Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.

Application Process

Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experiences as outline in the Position Description.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.

For further information about the School, please visit our school website here.

Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position specific queries: Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6258 1005 or via email jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6218 0007 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au 

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About Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Who are we?

Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education both in the ACT and NSW, covering 88,000 square kilometres covering the whole of the ACT and extending from Pambula on the south coast, to Crookwell in the North, through to the western point of Lake Cargelligo. Operating 56 Schools and 8 Early Learning Centres Catholic Education Canberra & Goulburn is key to education of over 21,000 students within the Diocese and employing over 2,100 professionals. 

As a diverse and inclusive workforce, Catholic Education offers career opportunities across the ACT and NSW regions including providing support and mentoring for graduate teachers as well as professional learning and career development programs tailored to individual needs.

Our vision

Our strategic vision to deliver learning and experiences in Catholic Education that will shape a strong sense of spiritual self and wellbeing and equip students to be ethical, agile thinkers who strive to make a positive contribution in the world around them. Actively working to build strong partnerships between the Catholic Education Office, Schools, Students, Parents & Families and Parishes to deliver on this vision. We invite you to walk with us, to share this journey that paves the way for our children now, and in years to come, to flourish. 

From early learning to College, a Catholic education provides an evidence-based academic, faith-filled learning journey.

Principals and teachers work with parents to grow happy, caring, compassionate young people.

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Applications closed