AddressCommencing 8 July
12 month Maternity Leave cover
School Term Time position with some school holiday hours required
Full time hours during term weeks.
Peace Lutheran College (Peace) is a co-educational Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school located in beautiful Cairns in tropical North Queensland. The College provides an inclusive, multi-cultural educational environment where excellence is pursued, relationships are valued and where Christ is central. We value Integrity, Excellence, Honour and Empathy by nurturing grace, harmony, and high aspirations, and by showing respect for all through the building of positive relationships.
About the Role
Peace is seeking a motivated, dedicated and dynamic accounting professional to join our Administration team in the role of Accountant. The role requires technical knowledge relating to accounting and accounts receivable functions. You must establish and maintain a broad range of relationships, be flexible to work on several duties with possible conflicting timelines and be hands-on when required. The person will require superior communications skills, demonstrate sensitivity and act professionally.
The Position
Working closely with the Business Manager, you will be required to undertake duties involving but not limited to;
- Monthly financial reporting.
- Account reconciliations.
- Review and analyse variances of the profit and loss and balance sheet accounts against the organisational budget.
- Accurate invoicing of domestic and international tuition fees.
- Accounts Receivable functions, including debtor management.
- Liaising with external stakeholders.
About You
- Degree qualified in an accounting discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working within an accounting role (3+ years).
- Current working with children Blue card or be able to obtain.
- Advanced computer skills, including MS Excel and MS Word.
- Sound working knowledge of management accounting practices and analysis of business financial and performance results.
- Superior communications skills, demonstrating discernment, sensitivity and discretion.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational, analytical, initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time management with flexibility and adaptability to maintain work output during times of high pressure and tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Up to 12.75% Superannuation Contributions
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
- Employee Assistance Program
- Private Health Corporate Discount
Apply Now
If you believe you have the required skills and experience do not delay, apply today. Applications must include a cover letter, resume and the names of two current referees.
For application queries, including obtaining a copy of the detailed role description, please contact Meegan Neilsen at **@plc.qld.edu.au or visit the College's website www.plc.qld.edu.au/about/employment
Applications close at 4.00pm Friday 31 May 2024.
The College reserves the right to fill the position early by invitation or appointment, make an interim arrangement, extend the application date, or to re-advertise the position.
