Finance Manager - Shalom College

Catholic Education Rockhampton; Queensland; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Queensland is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide strategic planning and advice while fostering financial stewardship practices that support students. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $104,288 to $111,761, depending on experience, and a vibrant working environment with excellent benefits. Candidates must have a degree-level qualification and demonstrate proficiency in accounting systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Superannuation contribution of 12.75%

Access to long service leave

Health insurance discounts

Access to Fitness Passport

Induction and professional development opportunities

Modern facilities and resources

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to sound financial stewardship practices.
• Understanding of the ethos of Catholic Education.
• Prior experience in a comparable role within an educational environment appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial responsibilities of the college.
• Provide strategic planning and advice to the Principal and Leadership team.

Skills

Financial stewardship practices

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Tertiary qualification at degree level relevant to the role

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Position : Finance Manager

Commencement Date : February 2026 or as negotiated with the successful applicant

Employment Status : Full time

Hours per week : 38 hpw

Salary Range : $104,288 to $111,761 (pending experience)

Applications Close : Monday, 12 January 2026

About us

With a vibrant working environment, Shalom College, Bundaberg (Year 7 – Year 12) provides excellent benefits for staff including professional and career development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversity in our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to the workplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis on caring and supporting teachers and staff in both their vocation of working in a school and other aspects of their lives.

Your Role

Shalom College is seeking a vibrant, efficient, and energetic person for the role of Finance Manager. This is a full-time continuing position for 38 hpw, for commencement in February 2026 or as negotiated with the successful applicant.

The Finance Manager oversees the financial responsibilities of the college and provides strategic planning and advice to the Principal and Leadership team.

For more information, please review the Position Description.

About you

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering sound financial stewardship practices that enhance opportunities for students within the college. Candidates will have an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education, exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate effectively within a team, and a genuine willingness to support students, staff, and families across the school community. A tertiary qualification at degree level relevant to the role along with demonstrated proficiency in accounting systems and the Microsoft Office suite is required. Prior experience in a comparable role within an educational environment will be highly regarded.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range - $104,288 to $111,761 (pending experience)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights.

How to Apply

• Complete the application below.
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools.
• Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees.
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Dan McMahon, Principal, Shalom College, Bundaberg on 07 4155 8111.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [e-mail].
• Please note: The CEDR office will be closed from 23 December 2025 to 2 January 2026. Inquiries will be responded to after 2 January 2026 if received during this time.
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close : Monday, 12 January 2026

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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