Strategic School Finance & Operations Manager

Lutheran Education SA NT WA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Lutheran Education Development (LED) SAWANT in North Adelaide seeks an experienced Business Manager - Shared Services to lead financial management, administration and business functions across our schools. This is a full-time strategic leadership role designed to support teachers and staff to focus on delivering excellent education while ensuring strong governance.

You will oversee budgets, payroll liaison, HR administration, facilities projects, regulatory compliance and data systems, working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in school business management or a similar educational administration role.
• Strong financial management skills with budgeting, financial reporting, and accounts management.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and educational compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency with school management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a professional demeanour.
• Problem-solving capability and a proactive approach to identifying operational efficiencies.
• A genuine commitment to supporting educational excellence and school community values.
• Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in business management, accounting, or administration (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Manage school budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure prudent use of funds and compliance with funding requirements
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely financial reporting
• Manage human resources administration, including recruitment support, payroll liaison, and employee records management
• Supervise administrative staff and coordinate workflow to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Manage school facilities, maintenance schedules, and capital projects within budget parameters
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including financial reporting, workplace health and safety, and education standards
• Liaise with parents, suppliers, and external stakeholders on business and operational matters
• Prepare regular financial reports and provide business insights to the Principal and School Board
• Manage school information systems and data management practices
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and school improvement objectives

Skills

School business management experience

Financial management & budgeting

Organisational & project management

Workplace health and safety knowledge

School management systems proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication & interpersonal skills

Problem-solving & efficiency mindset

Commitment to educational excellence

Education

Diploma or degree in business management or administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

School management systems

Job description

Lutheran Education Development (LED) SAWANT in North Adelaide seeks an experienced Business Manager - Shared Services to lead financial management, administration and business functions across our schools. This is a full-time strategic leadership role designed to support teachers and staff to focus on delivering excellent education while ensuring strong governance.

You will oversee budgets, payroll liaison, HR administration, facilities projects, regulatory compliance and data systems, working