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Finance Secretary - Mary MacKillop School, BIRKDALE

Finance Secretary - Mary MacKillop School, BIRKDALE

Brisbane Catholic Education

Birkdale

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
February 2022 - to be negotiated
Apply by:
12 December 2021

Job overview

St Mary MacKillop Primary School is situated in the eastern suburbs of Brisbane and prides itself on the spirit that can be found in our students, teachers, sporting teams, achievements, friendships and approach to learning. We are a co-educational school with a current enrolment of approximately 570 students.  Our school offers the latest in teaching and learning, technology and extra curricular activities.  We are a high quality inclusive Catholic school offering our students a rounded education that supports personal growth based on Christian values.

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We are seeking a Finance Officer to join our school. The role will primarily be to assist in the management of the school finances in accordance to Brisbane Catholic Education’s (BCEO) guidelines and procedures. Other office duties may be assigned, as appropriate.

The successful applicant will have some practical experience and competence in managing the accounts receivable and payable processes (including fees and budgeting) and using computerised accounting packages.

An understanding of Dynamics and BCEO financial procedures is desirable but not essential.

Experience and understanding bookkeeping skills would be beneficial.

The successful applicant will also be able to show initiative and demonstrate sound skills in negotiating and communicating with others.

Additionally, they will show an ability to successfully fulfil the role within a school environment with a commitment to working with school administration, students, staff and parents in a positive and productive manner.

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


To be successful in this role you will:

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


Estimated Start Date: 
Commencing February 2022 - to be negotiated

Position Tenure:  Fixed Term

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

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):  12 months

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 5 - $34.37 per hour

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


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 the law.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.


Contact Person:
  John Spillane - Principal

Contact Telephone Number:   07 3822 5500 or 0405 721 950

Contact Email:    pbirkdale@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing Date:     12-Dec-2021

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About Brisbane Catholic Education

About Archdiocese of Brisbane

Brisbane Catholic Education is committed to high quality teaching and learning for more than 70,000 young people enrolled in our schools and colleges from Prep to Year 12.

Our community of schools within the Archdiocese of Brisbane is founded on Christ and is at the service of our students, families, society and the Church – teaching, challenging and transforming.​​​​​​

Our mission is to teach, challenge and transform through our service, support and leadership for Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Brisbane. 

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Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE), is the second largest non-Government employer in Queensland, supporting some 72,000 students and 11,500 employees in 141 school communities and six office locations, all located in South East Queensland.  

Our employees work in a wide range of teaching and non-teaching roles that support Catholic traditions and contribute to developing socially just young people who embrace sustainability and make positive contributions to the modern world.

Through our Christian values we are at the service of our students, families, society and the Church.

We have a variety of opportunities available across our growing South East Queensland network​ of schools:

  • ​Teaching
  • Senior and Middle Leadership
  • Specialist positions
  • Non teaching support roles
  • Graduate teaching


With a vibrant working environment, we provide generous benefits for employees, highly value professional and career development, supporting our people to deliver excellence in their profession and excellent outcomes for our schools. 

Experience a genuine sense of unity and connectedness that is synonymous with Catholic Education.  Building and nurturing meaningful relationships and enjoying a strong sense of camaraderie across our school, student, parent and BCE Office communities. 

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