Accountant

ABOUT US:

Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd educates over 2,200 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and serves young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, in which the principles of operation (Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal) are embedded.

As a part of the broader EREA family, the organisation is shaped by the four touchstones of the EREA Charter: Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, Liberating Education, and Justice and Solidarity.

EREA Flexible Schools Ltd is a new organisation, having formally come into effect on 1 January 2023. As such, 2023 is a time of transition and establishment, with a need for the development of new teams, structures, processes and systems. 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This is a rare opportunity for an inspired Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, values focused organisation with multiple competing priorities. Working in close collaboration with the CFO and other Finance professionals, you'll be responsible for assisting with the managing of EREA Flexible School Ltd multi-campus Finance operations. This role requires a degree of decision-making, judgement and the exercising of delegated authority, whilst successfully cultivating positive working relationships. The successful candidate will embrace the EREA Flexible School Ltd key principles of honesty, respect, participation, safe & legal. The successful candidate will operate with the passion of supporting the young people educated by EREA Flexible Schools Ltd at the heart of everything they do. This role will be based in Brisbane but assist the NSW Branch of the accounts department.

To view the Position Description, please click APPLY to be taken to the Recruit Talent Landing Page.

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.
• New system roll-out experience.
• Formal tertiary Accounting / Business qualification with CA or CPA.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge.
• Demonstrated an ability to adapt to new and changing environments.
• Leadership experience across multiple business or department functions, fostering strong relationships to motivate, guide and develop individuals to optimise staff engagement and future growth.
• Demonstrated extensive financial knowledge of the business operations within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to successfully engage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• High degree of experience with budgets, preparation of end-to-end management accounts and school financial reporting systems.
• Willingness to travel inter-state to other school sites as required

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our people are our most valuable asset in providing quality Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition to the young people in our schools. As an EREA Flexible Schools Ltd employee, you will receive:

• Competitive salary structure including PBI salary sacrificing
• Hybrid flexible working arrangements
• 12.75% superannuation and extra leave days
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Connection to a national and global network of Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Dilruk Rajapakse
Financial Controller, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., via email *******@ereafsn.edu.au 

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 9AM (AEST) TUESDAY
9TH APRIL 2024

The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.