Senior Finance Officer — School Finance & Strategy

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

Job summary

Newman College, a Catholic PK–12 school in the Marist tradition, seeks a Senior Finance Officer to lead and develop the Finance Team and uphold the College’s values and safeguarding commitments.

You will work with the Director of Finance and Operations to coordinate financial processes, budgeting, and implement robust financial and operational systems, delivering accurate reports and strategic insights.

Qualifications

• Systems-focused finance professional with strong analytical skills.
• Broad base in financial reporting and budgeting.
• Methodical approach with sound judgement and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing Finance Team.
• Coordinate financial processes and budgeting with accuracy and integrity.
• Drive development and implementation of the College’s financial and operational systems.
• Provide the Executive Team with sound financial insight to support strategic decisions.

Skills

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Job description

Newman College, a Catholic PK–12 school in the Marist tradition, seeks a Senior Finance Officer to lead and develop the Finance Team and uphold the College’s values and safeguarding commitments.

You will work with the Director of Finance and Operations to coordinate financial processes, budgeting, and implement robust financial and operational systems, delivering accurate reports and strategic insights.