School Business Manager: Finance, HR & Admin

government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bundoora Primary School is seeking an experienced Administrator/Business Manager to lead the school’s administration, finance and HR functions. The role coordinates staff, manages budgets and reporting, and supports school events and programs.

The successful candidate will oversee student admissions, records, and external service providers, ensuring timely, accurate reporting and strong governance in line with Department policies.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team and direct others.
• Knowledge of human resources and financial management records systems (CASES21, eduPay, AIMS, SRP).
• Knowledge of financial management legal requirements and ability to produce reports and advise on them.

Responsibilities

• Deliver School Services and manage publications.
• Direct annual budgets and financial statements; contribute to financial decisions.
• Provide admin support to Principal and teaching staff; process admissions and events.
• Manage recruitment procedures and HR practices; ensure occupational health and safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Office management

Financial reporting

Tools

CASES21

eduPay

AIMS

SRP portal

Job description

Bundoora Primary School is seeking an experienced Administrator/Business Manager to lead the school’s administration, finance and HR functions. The role coordinates staff, manages budgets and reporting, and supports school events and programs.

The successful candidate will oversee student admissions, records, and external service providers, ensuring timely, accurate reporting and strong governance in line with Department policies.