School Fees Officer

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

35-hour work week

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport

Work-life balance

Job summary

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking a dedicated School Fees Officer to manage school debtor accounts and support fee collection in line with CEDB policies.

The role reports to the Financial Accountant and requires experience in financial administration, debt collection, and proficiency with Tech One or similar software. A salary up to $92,146 and a 35-hour week are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial administration and debt collection.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency with financial software systems (Tech One or similar).
• Experience in a school or education setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for school fee queries and debt collection processes.
• Liaise with parents/carers to arrange, monitor, and enforce payment plans.
• Escalate complex fee issues to the Fees Liaison Officer as needed.
• Maintain accurate debtor records and reports using internal procurement system.
• Prepare and send correspondence related to fee collection.
• Support the Finance team with general tasks and undertake travel when required.
• Promote and model the Vision, Mission, and Christian values of Catholic Education.

Skills

Financial administration

Debt collection

Interpersonal skills

Financial software

Education

Finance-related certificate/diploma

Tools

Tech One

Job description

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst | School Fees Officer
Permanent | Full-time
Immediate Commencement Available
Salary up to $92,146.00 (depending on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking a dedicated and professional School Fees Officer to join the Finance & Facilities team. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the School Fees Officer will be responsible for managing school debtor accounts and supporting the collection of school fees in alignment with CEDB policies.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the main contact for school fee queries and debt collection processes.
• Liaise with parents/carers to arrange, monitor, and enforce payment plans.
• Escalate complex fee issues to the Fees Liaison Officer as needed.
• Maintain accurate debtor records and reports using internal procurement system.
• Prepare and send correspondence related to fee collection.
• Support the Finance team with general tasks and undertake travel when required.
• Promote and model the Vision, Mission, and Christian values of Catholic Education.

For more information about this position, a copy of the position description can be found here.

About You

We are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in financial administration, debt collection, or similar role
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Competence in financial software systems (Tech One or similar)
• Previous experience working in a school or education setting (desired)
• Certificate or diploma in finance, business administration, or related field

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

About Our Offer

• Professional development opportunities
• Salary packaging available - get the most out of your pay!
• Work-life balance supported through a 35-hour work week
• Access to additional leave (conditions apply)
• Access to Fitness Passport and Salary Packaging

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Matthew Sinclair, Financial Accountant on [phone].

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop.

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools.

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safety in our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Preferred applicants will also be required to undergo a Criminal History Check.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.