Senior Finance Officer

Newman College; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Newman College in Australia is seeking a highly analytical finance professional to join the Director of Finance and Operations, central to the College's financial operations, coordinating the finance team and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of accounting, payroll, reporting and budgeting functions.

The successful candidate will oversee the College's financial systems and provide sound financial insight to support the Executive, uphold safeguarding policies, and contribute to the College's

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and detail-driven finance professional with a background in accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the finance team and ensure the accuracy, compliance and timeliness of accounting, payroll, reporting and budgeting functions.
• Oversee the College's financial systems and support the Executive with sound financial insight and advice.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Financial reporting

Job description

About Us

Newman College is a Catholic PK–12 school educating in the Marist tradition, with an enrolment of approximately 1850 students. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, supportive, and future‑focused learning environment. Our operations—spanning learning, wellbeing, and community engagement—are underpinned by professionalism, innovation, and contemporary practice.

At Newman College, you’ll join a supportive, forward‑thinking community grounded in the Marist tradition. We foster collaboration, professional growth, and a strong sense of community. Staff also enjoy an active social culture and access to onsite facilities, including the pool and weights room, to support wellbeing.

About the Role

Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, this role sits at the centre of the College's financial operations, coordinating the finance team and ensuring the accuracy, compliance and timeliness of the College's accounting, payroll, reporting and budgeting functions. The successful candidate will also oversee the College's financial systems and support the Executive with sound financial insight and advice.

About You

We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting and financial reporting. The successful candidate will bring a methodical approach, sound judgement and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement, while actively contributing to the mission and vision of Newman College and upholding the College's commitment to child safeguarding.

Newman College is committed to the protection of and safeguarding the well‑being of members of our community. All employees must satisfy rigorous screening requirements and comply with all Child Safety and College wellbeing policies.