School Business Manager

Minarah College; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Minarah College in Green Valley NSW is seeking a skilled School Business Manager to oversee finance, administration, operations and asset management across the College. You will report to the Principal and the Finance & Audit Committee, guiding budgeting, governance and strategic financial planning.

The role requires strong accounting expertise, a proactive mindset and the ability to drive efficiency and compliance across all college functions, including preparation for growth and the Catherine

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, business administration or related discipline.
• Proven experience in a senior financial management role, preferably in an independent K–12 school.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and budgeting expertise.
• Experience in financial planning, forecasting, reporting and governance.
• High-level organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsabilités

• Lead development and management of the College's annual budget in line with Department policies.
• Assist the Finance and Audit Committee with financial planning, forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, administration, operations, finance, compliance and asset management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financial reporting and provide information for strategic decisions.
• Manage financial resources, property transactions and asset performance.
• Develop long-term asset management strategies and lifecycle planning.
• Lead financial processes and systems improvements for efficiency.
• Provide leadership to administrative and operational teams.
• Support strategic growth and upcoming campus development.

Connaissances

Financial management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Governance

Stakeholder management

Formation

Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Description du poste

Position Title: School Business Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Minarah College, Green Valley NSW

About Minarah College

Minarah College is a growing independent Islamic school committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing and strong Islamic values. Serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12, the College provides a nurturing, future-focused learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best, develop their individual strengths and build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to thrive both academically and personally.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and capable School Business Manager who combines strong technical accounting knowledge, financial governance expertise and sound commercial judgement with the ability to lead and influence outcomes.

The School Business Manager will be responsible for the strategic management and oversight of the College's finance, administration, operations and asset management functions. The successful candidate will oversee financial resources, property and assets, procurement, commercial partnerships, administrative processes and regulatory compliance.

The role will also involve developing long‑term financial and asset management strategies, improving systems and processes, and driving operational efficiency to support the College's ongoing growth and development, including the upcoming Catherine Field campus.

The Business Manager will report directly to the Principal and Finance & Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the development and management of the College's annual budget in accordance with relevant Department of Education (State and Federal) policies and financial guidelines, working alongside the School Bursar.
• Assisting the Finance and Audit Committee with financial planning, forecasting, monitoring and reporting, in collaboration with the School Bursar.
• Overseeing procurement, contracts, administration, operations, finance, compliance and asset management.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing financial reporting and providing accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making.
• Managing the College's financial resources, property transactions, asset performance and commercial partnerships.
• Developing and implementing long‑term asset management strategies, including asset lifecycle planning and maintenance.
• Leading financial processes, systems improvements and operational efficiencies across the College.
• Providing leadership and oversight of relevant administrative and operational teams.
• Supporting the College's strategic growth and future developments, including the upcoming Catherine Field campus.

Key Selection Criteria & Attributes

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a similar Business Manager or senior financial management role, preferably within an independent K–12 school setting.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial management and budgeting expertise.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, forecasting, reporting and financial governance.
• High‑level organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to lead, manage and oversee administrative processes and staff.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement, contracts, operations and asset management.
• A commitment to compliance, governance, accountability and continuous improvement.
• The ability to exercise sound judgement, work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of the College.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Full Australian working rights.

Minarah College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Minarah College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

For more information about Minarah College, please visit our website at www.minarah.nsw.edu.au