School Finance Manager: Payroll, Budgets & Stewardship

Nztest; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Christchurch Boys' High School seeks a capable Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations and staff. You’ll oversee payroll, budgeting, monthly accounts, cash flow and staffing expenditure, while coordinating with external accountants on annual statements.

You’ll work with staff and families to balance sound financial practice with the school’s educational priorities, bringing clarity, accuracy and proactive problem–solving to a values-led environment.

Qualifications

• Accounting or finance qualification or equivalent practical knowledge.
• Management experience preferred but not required; school finance experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll, budget preparation and monitoring, and monthly accounts.
• Oversee cash flow and staffing expenditure.
• Coordinate with external accountants who prepare the annual financial statements.

Skills

Clear communication

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Organized

Accurate

Proactive

Education

Accounting or finance qualification

Job description

Christchurch Boys' High School seeks a capable Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations and staff. You’ll oversee payroll, budgeting, monthly accounts, cash flow and staffing expenditure, while coordinating with external accountants on annual statements.

You’ll work with staff and families to balance sound financial practice with the school’s educational priorities, bringing clarity, accuracy and proactive problem–solving to a values-led environment.