Role Details

St Michael's College is a Catholic co-education College in the Lasallian tradition which is committed to the human and Christian education of the young, especially the poor, through: Community, Challenge and Choice.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Senior Finance Officer will provide and apply a wide range of personal and financial skills to help deliver effective and efficient service to the College community and provide support for the Senior Accountant and Finance team members as required.

This position has a broad range of day-to-day financial tasks and activities, assisting with general accounting, budgets, audits, school fees as well as financial activities related to school assets. Financial operations are effectively managed in accordance with accounting practices/principles and are consistent with the College's Strategic Plan and business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Proven experience in a financial related area at a mid-operational level. Experience within a school/educational environment is highly desirable
• Ability to apply high level specialised knowledge of financial and taxation legislation and regulation relevant to business
• Two or more years' experience in accounts payable and debt collection in a school setting
• Have experience with customer services and client (parent) communication is a school setting
• Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office suite, databases and relevant financial software programs
• Excellent communication, listening and negotiation skills
• Be willing to support for the Lasallian and Catholic Ethos of the College together with a willingness to work as part of a team.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Current valid Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care certificate
• Applicable First Aid Certificate relevant to the role requirements
• Current and acceptable Working with Children Clearance and screening to work in Catholic Education SA
• Current valid Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care certificate

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