Senior Director, Finance & Operations (Education)

Kilvington Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Job summary

Kilvington Grammar School in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Deputy Director of Business to lead the School’s finance, governance and operational functions. This senior role supports the Director of Business and interfaces with the Principal, Executive and Board.

The role oversees finance, risk, transport and commercial operations, driving performance, controls and continuous improvement across the School’s business functions.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline.
• Full membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
• A current Working with Children Check (Employee) and National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the School’s finance function and support the Director of Business with financial, resource and business management.
• Oversee key finance functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial systems, internal controls and the annual external audit.
• Analyse financial and operational performance, monitor budgets and provide clear and insightful reporting to support informed decision-making.
• Provide leadership across risk, compliance, OHS, insurance and WorkCover matters.
• Oversee areas of the School’s transport and commercial operations, including facility hire and contracted services.
• Lead and develop a high-performing administration team with a strong focus on service, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage significant projects, tenders, procurement activities and external contracts.
• Identify and lead improvements to systems and technology that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the School’s business operations.
• Work closely with the Director of Business, Principal, Executive and other key stakeholders on strategic and operational priorities.

Skills

Senior finance leadership

Financial governance

Forecasting

Finance

Risk management

Compliance

People leadership

Project delivery

Procurement

Systems implementation

Organisational change

Commercial judgement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

CPA Australia or CA ANZ membership

Accounting/Finance/Business degree

Job description

Kilvington Grammar School in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Deputy Director of Business to lead the School’s finance, governance and operational functions. This senior role supports the Director of Business and interfaces with the Principal, Executive and Board.

The role oversees finance, risk, transport and commercial operations, driving performance, controls and continuous improvement across the School’s business functions.