Payroll and Finance Officer

Casuarina Steiner School; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part-time employment

Six-month probationary period

Job summary

Casuarina Steiner School is seeking an experienced Payroll and Finance Officer to support the financial administration of our growing school. You will work with the Management Accountant and report to the Business Manager in a collaborative environment.

Permanent part-time employment or independent contractor arrangement is available, with a focus on finance, payroll, and compliance within a values-based education setting. This role suits someone who values accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Qualification or equivalent experience in finance/payroll.
• Strong knowledge of MYOB or Xero (or similar software).
• Excellent data entry with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee data across payroll and HR systems.
• Process fortnightly payroll, including timesheets, deductions, reimbursements and superannuation.
• Manage accounts receivable: invoicing, fee reversals, bursaries, statements, reconciliations, parent enquiries.
• Manage accounts payable: data entry, payment processing, purchasing and supplier reconciliations.
• Support BAS, PAYG, and compliance reporting.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and issue letters to employees and parents.
• Provide front-of-house support for school operations.

Skills

Payroll

Data entry

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Communication

Confidentiality

Excel

Education

Finance qualification

Tools

MYOB

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Casuarina Steiner School, Coffs Harbour
Work pattern: 3 days per week
Engagement options: Permanent part-time employment or independent contractor arrangement (subject to suitability)

Casuarina Steiner School is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll and Finance Officer to join our warm, collaborative operations team. You will work closely with the Management Accountant and report to the Business Manager, supporting the financial administration of our growing school.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong finance and payroll experience who values working in a values-based, child-centred educational environment.

We welcome applications from people seeking a permanent part-time role, and expressions of interest from independent contractors. Please indicate your preferred arrangement and availability in your application. Any contractor engagement would be considered separately and would need to suit the services required and how the work would be carried out.

About Us

Nestled on the edge of tranquil bushland in the beachside city of Coffs Harbour, Casuarina Steiner School offers a holistic Steiner education to children aged from 12 months to 12 years. We foster curiosity, creativity and confidence through a curriculum that nurtures the head, heart and hands.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee data across payroll and HR systems
• Process fortnightly payroll, including timesheets, deductions, reimbursements, and superannuation
• Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, fee reversals, bursaries, statements, reconciliations and parent enquiries
• Manage accounts payable, including data entry, payment processing, purchasing and supplier reconciliations
• Support finance functions including BAS, PAYG, and compliance reporting
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and issue letters and communications to employees and parents
• General administrative duties (front-of-house) to support school operations

About You

• Appropriate qualification or equivalent experience in finance/payroll
• Strong knowledge of MYOB or Xero (or similar software)
• Fast and accurate data entry skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
• Ability to prioritise workflow and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• High level of discretion, maturity, and confidentiality
• Familiarity with interpreting employment awards
• Confident and approachable manner with outstanding customer service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Initiative, reliability, and a proactive attitude
• Experience in a school or education environment, including Sentral and Xero, would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• A caring and collaborative team environment
• Permanent part-time employment option with a six-month probationary period
• A beautiful bushland campus that inspires daily work
• Fair remuneration and supportive conditions

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.