Senior Finance Officer - Granville, Australia - Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta

Description

** Full-Time, Ongoing role, commencing Term 2, 2024

The School

Delany College provides a nurturing community for students to pursue excellence in their academic studies, as well as sporting and cultural activities. Delany College aims for all students to belong, participate and achieve. Upon commencement at the College, students are asked to map their interests, passions and strengths, and, through the pastoral care program, they are mentored to achieve their individual goals.

The organisation

Delany College is part of the Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 40,000 plus students. We are always on the lookout for top talent to help us achieve our strategic goal of inspiring the future, through quality catholic schooling and by strengthening the professional lives of our employees.

The opportunity

In collaboration with the Principal, Business Manager, and central office Finance teams, your role will encompass:

• Financial Transaction Mastery: You'll expertly handle financial transactions, from purchasing to reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Fee Management Champion: Facilitate the collection of school fees, ensuring a seamless process for families.
• Holistic Administrative Support: Contribute to a diverse array of school administrative processes, from enrolments and student services to health and safety protocols.
• Support in Financial Planning: Assist your business manager in budgeting and forecasting when necessary.
• Welcoming School Community: Your role extends to front-of-house duties, creating a warm, welcoming and secure environment for students, families, and staff alike.

The successful Candidate will:

• Hold a current First Aid Certificate
• Possess bookkeeping or accounting qualifications or equivalent practical experience (this is essential)
• Have exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills, crucial for building relationships within the school community.
• Demonstrate solid administrative experience, whether in the Microsoft Office suite or related Google Suite applications.

The Benefits

There are so many great things about Delany College As a valued DC employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our school. But that's not all. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Salary packaging
• Wellbeing initiatives and resources
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

Interested?

Apply today

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children's Guardian here.

CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.