Finance Leader – Independent School Operations & Strategy

Davidson; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rockhampton Grammar School is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function and work closely with the Board Secretary and senior leadership. The role covers finance, administration and operations across a broad portfolio.

Reporting to the Board Secretary, you will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, payroll and financial controls, while also guiding staff and driving process improvements for greater efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a leadership finance role.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance expertise.
• Experience leading and developing finance staff.
• Ability to provide financial advice to senior leadership and Board committees.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong analytical capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management, reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Oversee statutory compliance, audit, payroll and internal controls.
• Provide financial guidance to senior leadership and committees.
• Lead and develop finance and administration staff.
• Drive improvements in systems, processes and operational efficiency.

Skills

Finance leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Advanced Excel

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

CPA or CA accreditation

Tools

TASS

MicroPay

Job description

The Rockhampton Grammar School is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function and work closely with the Board Secretary and senior leadership. The role covers finance, administration and operations across a broad portfolio.

Reporting to the Board Secretary, you will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, payroll and financial controls, while also guiding staff and driving process improvements for greater efficiency.