School Finance Manager

St Clare of Assisi Primary, Conder (see more jobs from this school)

Conder, ACT 


Business / Finance Manager

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 12 June 2025


Lead budgeting, finance, admin, and enrolments while ensuring smooth daily operations and financial stability. Make a real difference in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

<p><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Temporary | Terms 3 and 4&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time | Up to 70 hours per fortnight&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $95,534&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Negotiable</p> <p><strong>About St Clare Assisi Primary</strong></p> <p>St Clare of Assisi Primary School is a Catholic primary school offering education from Kindergarten to Year 6, located in the southern suburbs of Canberra. We take pride in our strong school community, where children, families, and staff are dedicated to achieving excellence every day.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Finance Manager oversees the school’s financial and administrative operations. They manage the school budget, financial accounts, school fee billing, and cash management. They also supervise administrative staff, ensure compliance with purchasing and inventory controls, and support senior staff and committees. The role includes overseeing enrolment processes, maintaining the student database, coordinating ICT infrastructure and policies, and assisting with staff inductions. Their expertise ensures the financial stability and efficient operation of the school.</p> <p><i>This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) and/or Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registrations.</li> <li>Relevant Diploma or Cert IV with relevant work experience</li> <li>First Aid Certificate</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sca.act.edu.au ">website</a>. Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)&nbsp;can&nbsp;be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Matt Egan-Richards&nbsp;on 02 6294 1860&nbsp;or via <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=School%20Finance%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505437/school-finance-manager">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>