<p>&nbsp;</p> <p>St Cuthbert’s Catholic School has been providing families on the Eastern Shore with a quality Catholic education for over 80 years. We are an inclusive and welcoming community that celebrates and nurtures the unique gifts and talents of all individuals.</p> <p>We are seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Finance Assistant to support the effective operation of our school. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to contribute to our Catholic Identity and Evangelising Mission while working collaboratively with staff, students, and families to enhance learning outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Finance Assistant</strong><br><strong>Ongoing – 0.49FTE</strong><br><strong>Commencing 28 January 2026</strong></p> <p>The Finance and Administration Assistant is accountable for efficiently undertaking a wide range of administrative and financial tasks. Working under the general supervision of the Finance Officer and reporting to the Principal, the role requires initiative, discretion, and responsibility in planning, organising, and delivering outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Deliver high standards in the school office, resolve complex queries professionally, and safeguard confidentiality.</li> <li>Ensure smooth office operations by managing records and resources, engaging with suppliers, and supporting senior staff in compliance and reporting.</li> <li>Maintain secure manual and electronic files, ensuring compliance with organisational retention and disposal policies.</li> <li>Handle accounts, payroll, budgets, and reporting; prepare financial statements and statutory returns; and monitor cash flow and reconciliations.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key skills and attributes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in service excellence and financial processing.</li> <li>Proficient with office technology, databases, and accurate record management.</li> <li>Reliable, adaptable, detail‑oriented, with strong integrity and ability to prioritise in busy environments.</li> <li>Effective communicator across diverse backgrounds, able to work independently, collaboratively, and resolve problems constructively.</li> </ul> <p>The successful candidate must have general administration and finance experience and be competent in all facets of general office administration and a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within a wider team environment. &nbsp;Familiarity within an educational environment would be an advantage.</p> <p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p> <p>At St Cuthbert’s, you’ll be part of a supportive school community committed to excellence in education and faith. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the daily operations of our school while contributing to the wellbeing and success of our students.</p> <p>Salary will be in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.</p> <p>Catholic Education Tasmania is committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them.&nbsp; The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.</p> <p>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>To download an Application Package and Application for Employment form click the attachments below.&nbsp; Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package.</p> <p><strong>Applications Close:&nbsp; 9.00am Monday 8 December&nbsp;2025</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/493201/finance-assistant">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>