School Finance Lead | CPA Eligible, Christian School

Nowra Christian School; Nowra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nowra Christian School invites applications from committed Christians of Protestant persuasion who are active in their local church to join our Finance Team as a School Accountant. This full-time role focuses on accurate and timely management of the school’s financial operations, including tuition billing, debtors, payroll oversight, and staff supervision.

Qualified CPA or CA is highly desirable; mandatory requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting/commerce/finance, references from

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance is required.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check and National Police Clearance.
• Reference from current Protestant church minister.
• Experience with Australian tax regimes (GST, FBT, Payroll Tax).
• Progressive accounting experience in schools or multi-department environments is preferred.
• CPA/CA qualification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tuition fee billing, debtor management and payroll oversight.
• Lead finance operations and supervise administrative staff and retail operations.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the school.
• Maintain compliance with Australian accounting standards and tax regimes.
• Provide departmental financial support and strategic financial guidance.

Skills

GST and tax knowledge

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Interpersonal communication

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CA (desirable)

Tools

TASS

Synergetic

Veracross

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Nowra Christian School invites applications from committed Christians of Protestant persuasion who are active in their local church to join our Finance Team as a School Accountant. This full-time role focuses on accurate and timely management of the school’s financial operations, including tuition billing, debtors, payroll oversight, and staff supervision.

Qualified CPA or CA is highly desirable; mandatory requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting/commerce/finance, references from