<p>An exciting leadership opportunity exists for a Group Finance Manager to join the Catholic Education Office (CEO) in Darwin.</p> <p>Are you a strategic financial leader with a proven track record of managing complex portfolios and high-performing teams? We are seeking a professional who combines technical accounting skills with the ability to influence at a senior leadership level. Do you thrive on transforming financial frameworks, optimising financial performance in a multi-enterprise environment, and driving procedural change?</p> <p>If you are looking to align your professional expertise with an organisation that prioritises culture in its vision and integrates Catholic values into everyday business life, we invite you to lead our CEO Finance team.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About us:</strong></p> <p>Catholic Education NT (CENT) operates 18 Catholic schools across the Northern Territory — from Early Learning to Secondary — including five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre, and five remote schools. Our schools are places of learning, connection, and growth, guided by the values of Wisdom, Justice, Courage, Compassion, and Love. The Catholic Education Office is located in Berrimah.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The position:</strong></p> <p>Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the&nbsp;<strong>Group Finance Manager</strong> is responsible for overseeing financial management, reporting and compliance across CENT.</p> <p>The role works closely with school finance managers and internal stakeholders to ensure strong financial governance, effective financial systems and accurate reporting across the Catholic Education Office and schools.</p> <p>This position plays a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, strengthening financial processes and ensuring compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.</p> <p>This is a full-time permanent position, with commencement negotiable.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>As Group Finance Manager, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead financial management, reporting and governance across Catholic Education NT.</li> <li>Oversee group financial consolidations for the Catholic Education Office and schools.</li> <li>Manage the CENT budgeting process, including the funding distribution model for schools.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) obligations.</li> <li>Oversee the audit process and coordinate the preparation of financial statements across the organisation.</li> <li>Provide timely financial reporting and analysis to support executive decision-making.</li> <li>Administer banking platforms and manage corporate card programs.</li> <li>Lead and develop finance team members.</li> <li>Support school finance managers and non-finance leaders with financial reporting and insights.</li> </ul> <p>Full details of the role and requirements can be found in the Position Description within the Application Package.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About you:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for someone who:</p> <ul> <li>Has tertiary qualifications in accounting and membership of a professional accounting body (CA preferred).</li> <li>Has extensive experience in financial management, budgeting and group consolidations.</li> <li>Has strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and financial compliance reporting.</li> <li>Has experience managing audits within complex or multi-entity organisations.</li> <li>Demonstrates strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving capabilities.</li> <li>Has excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li> <li>Has experience leading and developing finance staff.</li> <li>Has a strong focus on improving financial systems, processes and internal controls.</li> <li>Is willing to support the culture and Catholic ethos of Catholic Education NT.</li> <li>Holds a current NT Driver’s Licence.</li> <li>Is able to obtain and maintain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).</li> <li>Experience in the not-for-profit sector, Technology One, or the education sector will be highly regarded.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why work for Catholic Education NT?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Salary of $160,000 plus superannuation</li> <li>Relocation assistance up to $2,500</li> <li>35-hour working week (8:30am – 4:30pm)</li> <li>Five weeks annual leave plus additional leave entitlements</li> <li>Salary packaging and novated leasing options being a rebatable employer</li> <li>Employee rewards program (discounts at 450+ retailers)</li> <li>Discounted school fees for eligible employees</li> <li>Professional development and leadership opportunities</li> <li>Free onsite parking</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Click the link below to download the application package and apply:</p> <p><strong>External applicants:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=ac261c3c-f84c-4242-843c-4926a0e57a3a" rel="nofollow"><u>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=ac261c3c-f84c-4242-843c-4926a0e57a3a</u></a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>CENT employees:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=2fcd4a2d-1eb1-46aa-9e84-2b71707eb64a&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES" rel="nofollow"><u>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=2fcd4a2d-1eb1-46aa-9e84-2b71707eb64a&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES</u></a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in the Position Description.</p> <p>For more information, contact Recruitment on (08) 8984 1400.</p> <p><strong>Applications close: 31 March 2026</strong></p> <p>The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.</p>