Title School Officer (Finance) – RIVERVIEW

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos.

About our school
As a Catholic school in the Marist tradition, we have been providing high-quality, co-educational experiences to students in the Ipswich region since 1976. We believe in offering contemporary learning experiences and subject offerings that appeal to students across the academic spectrum. Our teachers are committed to knowing each student as an individual and supporting them in achieving to their utmost capabilities; complemented by contemporary classroom environments and state of the art resourcing.

Summary
St Peter Claver College, Riverview is seeking a skilled and organised School Officer (Finance) to provide high-quality financial and administrative support, contributing to the efficient day-to-day operations of the College.

Location: St Peter Claver - Riverview (S)
Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
Status: Full Time Continuing (School Holidays Unpaid)

About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:

• Maintain accurate and timely accounting records.
• Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and financial reporting processes.
• Support end-of-month, end-of-year and BAS reporting.
• Process College fees and levies.
• Respond to finance queries from staff, families and external stakeholders.
• Maintain asset registers and project financial records.
• Support the Business Manager with the College’s financial operations.

About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Proven ability to oversee and improve systems and resources.
• Strong understanding of financial legislation, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience in managing procurement and budget administration.
• Skills in developing and implementing effective financial management processes.
• Leadership ability to supervise and train support staff.
• Tertiary qualification at Diploma level in Finance or related field.

For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent).
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options.
• Active staff social club and wellness programs.
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access– discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.