Finance Officer - Medowie

Catherine McAuley Catholic College - Medowie

MEDOWIE, NSW 


Finance / Accounts

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 1 March 2026


Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Finance Officer (Level 6A)

<p>Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Finance Officer (Level 6A) to join our founding team.<br> The commencement date is negotiable, offering flexibility for the right candidate.<br><br> Scheduled to open in 2027, Catherine McAuley Primary School will meet the growing demand for Catholic education in the Port Stephens region.<br> The school will form part of a vibrant education precinct alongside Catherine McAuley Catholic College and St Nicholas Early Education Centre, Medowie, creating a connected and future-focused learning community.<br><br> Until the Medowie campus is completed, this role will be temporarily based at the Catholic Schools Office on Hunter Street, providing the opportunity to work within a broader diocesan team before transitioning to the new school site.<br><br> Located in the stunning Port Stephens region, this role offers the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed coastal or semi-rural lifestyle while remaining well connected.<br> Medowie is just 34km from the Newcastle CBD and less than an hour from the renowned Hunter Valley, making it an ideal option for those considering a sea change without sacrificing convenience.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/ERi3KskMyg5MlvluzQ5qAgcBn3TyI6CQQiZqFM4w66LNJw?e=qSSKwW"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br> The School Finance Officer is accountable for providing administrative and operational support to the Principal. The School Finance Officer is to administer elements of the school’s finances with a particular emphasis on, but not limited to, purchase orders, invoicing, quotations, deliveries, activities payments, and fee payments.&nbsp;<br><br> The School Finance Officer must demonstrate attention to detail, excellent time management with the ability to work under pressure and multitask as well as the capacity to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.<br><br> The School Finance Officer will be required to engage in other general financial tasks as designated by the Principal or delegate and other general administrative duties as required and directed by the Principal or delegate.</p>