School Finance & Administration Officer

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bundoora Secondary College is seeking a Finance Officer to manage accounts payable and receivable, asset records and bank reconciliations within a dynamic, student-centred environment in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The role supports the Business Manager and school leadership to ensure accurate financial operations and reporting.

You will work across CASES21 and COMPASS systems, process payments, generate routine financial reports and contribute to budget monitoring.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounts payable/receivable in a school or public sector context.
• Proven ability to manage asset registers, banking reconciliations and P&L reporting.
• Strong computer skills and experience with CASES21/Compass financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard financial administration including AP/AR, sundry debtors and asset management.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process payments, invoices and purchase orders using CASES21 and Compass platforms.
• Prepare reports and assist with budget monitoring and financial forecasting.
• Liaise with staff, suppliers and parents to resolve financial queries.
• Support end-of-year financial processes and general office tasks.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliation

Asset management

CASES21

Compass/COMPASSPAY

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

CASES21

Compass

COMPASSPAY

STRIPE

Job description

Bundoora Secondary College is seeking a Finance Officer to manage accounts payable and receivable, asset records and bank reconciliations within a dynamic, student-centred environment in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The role supports the Business Manager and school leadership to ensure accurate financial operations and reporting.

You will work across CASES21 and COMPASS systems, process payments, generate routine financial reports and contribute to budget monitoring.