School Finance Coordinator

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Bli Bli; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Salary packaging and salary-sacrifici

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education Office is seeking a finance officer for Good Samaritan Catholic College in Bli Bli. The role focuses on reconciliations, cashiering, AR/AP, and reporting to support school operations.

You will lead financial processes, supervise staff as needed, and contribute to a compliant, efficient finance function within a dynamic Catholic education environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Ability to develop and implement financial management processes.
• Understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations.
• Attention to detail, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft 365.
• Independent initiative with strong communication and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of accounts.
• Cashier and banking duties.
• Accounts receivable (AR), including debt collection.
• Accounts payable (AP).
• Report preparation.
• Supervising and training support staff as required.

Skills

Reconciliation of accounts

Cashier duties

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Report preparation

Staff supervision

Education

Diploma in Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Bli Bli QLD

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Job description

Summary

Join Good Samaritan Catholic College and bring your expertise in financial operations, process development, data analysis, and team leadership to an exciting role where you'll support school success!

• Location: Good Samaritan Catholic College - Bli Bli (S)
• Start date: September, 2026
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
• Salary: School Officer Level 5 - $39.44/hr + 12.75% Super (School Salary Scale)
• Status: Full Time Continuing
• Ad close date: 20th September, 2026
• Contact: (07) 5374 8*** | ********@bne.catholic.edu.au

About our school

Good Samaritan Catholic College, located in Bli Bli on the Sunshine Coast, is a Prep to Year 12 institution that opened in 2019. The College has steadily grown and now accommodates approximately 1500 students. The first cohort of seniors graduated in 2024.

As a part of Brisbane Catholic Education, our co-educational College strives to be a welcoming and supportive community that respects ourselves, each other, and the environment. Our School offers students the opportunity to excel in all areas, contribute to the community, and lead in our evolving society. The College's motto, "Journey with Compassion," is embodied daily by our students, staff, and community. We are a learning environment where confident, self-directed, and focused students thrive, working towards a positive and hope-filled future. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Reconciliation of accounts
• Cashier and banking duties
• Accounts receivable (AR), including debt collection
• Accounts payable (AP)
• Report preparation
• Other administrative duties assigned as appropriate
• Supervising and training support staff as required.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and implementing effective financial management processes.
• A good understanding of accounting principles and account reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with the Microsoft 365 suite of applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Flexibility to meet the evolving needs of the College and the initiative to work independently when required.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage empathetically with members of the College community.
• Demonstrated sound judgement, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Tertiary qualification at Diploma level in Finance or related field desirable
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements

Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access- discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at thecore of our Catholic valuesand we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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