School Business Services Accountant (Primary)
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 29 January 2025
DOSCEL is seeking a School Business Services Accountant (Primary), who is passionate about strategising and continuously improving business operations in order to give back to the community.
As the School Business Services Accountant (Primary) you will contribute to ensuring DOSCEL primary schools meet their finance and administration obligation.
<p><i>Permanent, full-time role based in historic Sion House in Warragul, a short walk from the Warragul Railway Station and a commutable distance from Melbourne. </i></p><ul><li>Join a not-for-profit organisation and meaningfully contribute to excellence in the education of children and young people. </li><li>Extremely competitive salary in the range of $92,950 to $105,874 per annum plus superannuation.</li><li>Generous conditions including salary packaging and purchased leave options. </li></ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>The governing organisation, Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (<strong>DOSCEL</strong>), directs and serves thirty-eight primary and five secondary schools in the Diocese of Sale which spans regional and rural areas between Cranbourne and Narre Warren in the west of the Diocese, Wonthaggi in the south and Orbost in the east. DOSCEL’s aim is to deliver the highest quality educational opportunities and outcomes for every student in every school in the Diocese.</p><p>At DOSCEL, you will enjoy a compassionate and supportive workplace, where you will be genuinely valued and respected as a person. With this and our friendly and collegial culture, you will feel a sense of real belonging, which will motivate you to perform your best work. The rewarding nature of the work and the opportunities for both personal and professional growth will ensure that you remain stimulated and engaged in your role.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>DOSCEL is seeking a School Business Services Accountant (Primary) who is passionate about strategising and continuously improving business operations in order to give back to the community.</p><p>As the School Business Services Accountant (Primary) you will contribute to ensuring DOSCEL primary schools meet their finance and administration obligation.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>As the School Business Services Accountant (Primary), you will demonstrate the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description, including but not limited to:</p><ul><li>A commitment to the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education. </li><li>A commitment to Child Safety. </li><li>Extensive knowledge and experience in accounting and/or auditing functions.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills including:<ul><li>the ability to work as part of a team to achieve both individual and team objectives.</li><li>communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.</li></ul></li><li>The ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including principals and school administration staff.</li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please forward your queries to Human Resources via email <a href="mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a>.</p><p>For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit the <a href="https://www.ceosale.catholic.edu.au/work-with-us/positions-vacant" rel="nofollow">DOSCEL Website</a>. </p><p>Applications are to be emailed to <a href="mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a> and include a Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.</p><p><strong>Applications close on Wednesday 29 January 2025 at 2.00 pm.</strong></p><p><i>The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for this vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible. </i></p><p>DOSCEL is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified people. When required, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our people. </p><p>DOSCEL is a child safe organisation. We require successful applicants to obtain and maintain satisfactory National Police Certificates and Employee Working with Children Checks or Victorian Institute of Teaching registrations. </p>