Assistant Accountant

Adlogic; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition fee concessions

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Job summary

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team to support accurate financial reporting, reconciliations and budgeting. The role contributes to financial administration and data integrity across the College, working with a collaborative team in a values-led environment.

The position is based in Indooroopilly, Brisbane, with permanent full-time employment starting December 2026.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance or related discipline, or extensive relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, bookkeeping principles, general ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations, budgets and supporting financial administration processes, preferably in not-for-profit/education.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and financial administration across the College.
• Maintain integrity of financial and operational data and contribute to process improvements.
• Provide timely financial information to support sound decision-making.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Reconciliations

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

General ledger

Bank reconciliations software

Job description

• Support key College operations and financial decision making
• Join a collaborative, values led Finance Team
• Indooroopilly location, with free onsite parking

About the Role

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team.

This role supports the delivery of accurate financial reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, and financial administration across the College. Working closely with a supportive team, you will help maintain the integrity of financial and operational data, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and provide timely financial information that supports sound decision-making across the College.

• Location:Indooroopilly, Brisbane
• Start Date:December 2026
• Employment Type:Permanent, Full Time

A copy of the Position Description can be found below.

What You Bring

• A relevant undergraduate qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, and/or extensive relevant work experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting, bookkeeping principles, and general ledger and bank account reconciliation.
• Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations, budgets, and supporting financial administration processes, preferably within a not for profit or education sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, interpret and evaluate financial data accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across a diverse school community.
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to the College’s Christian ethos and values.

What We Offer

Staff enjoy a range of professional and personal benefits, including:

• Competitive salary with support for ongoing development
• Family-friendly benefits including tuition fee concessions
• Wellbeing support (EAP and annual flu vaccinations)
• Lifestyle and convenience perks: café, free parking, and Ironbark accommodation in term breaks
• A rich co-curricular program where staff can lead what they love

About Us

St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

Applications close at 10 AM on Tuesday 10 November 2026.

The Panel will be shortlisting actively as applications are submitted. The College reserves the right to close the role earlier or extend the process as required.

If you have any questions, please contact Elena Popova, Group Finance Accountant, on 07 3377 6235, or at [e-mail]

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website here .

All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the Blue Card Services website here.