Finance Officer – School Finance & Compliance (Term Time)

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual/long service leave

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging options

Employer superannuation 12.75%

Long service leave

Parental leave 14 weeks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mother of Good Counsel School in North Cairns, operated by Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns, invites applications for a Finance Officer. The role covers financial and administrative duties, ensuring compliance, maintaining financial records, and supporting enrolment processes.

You will handle accounts payable/receivable, generate reports, and contribute to budgeting. The position is term-time/fixed-term with 38 hours per school week, commencing 16 January 2027 and concluding 21

Qualifications

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support for the school’s financial and administrative services, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and contributing to the smooth operation of school activities.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable and maintain financial records.
• Support enrolment processes and respond to enquiries via telephone and email.
• Oversee internal financial controls, prepare financial reports, and assist in the development of school budgets.

Job description

Mother of Good Counsel School in North Cairns, operated by Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns, invites applications for a Finance Officer. The role covers financial and administrative duties, ensuring compliance, maintaining financial records, and supporting enrolment processes.

You will handle accounts payable/receivable, generate reports, and contribute to budgeting. The position is term-time/fixed-term with 38 hours per school week, commencing 16 January 2027 and concluding 21