Assistant Business Manager

Role Description/Criteria

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our College in the newly formed position of Assistant Business Manager.

The Role

• Manage the College’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Prepare finance reports as required by Statutory Authorities
• Prepare and submit all returns required by the Australian Taxation Office, including FBT and GST
• Oversee the accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll processes
• Collaborate with learning area leaders and department heads to develop and monitor budgets
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and accounting standards
• Lead and manage staff in the finance and administration teams
• Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior in all finance activities

Salary

The salary range $106,000 - $117, 218 will be based on experience in accordance with the pay scale of the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA).

Key Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will have the following key attributes:

• Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an educational setting
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of, and commitment to Catholic Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the finance sector and leadership experience preferred
• Able to gain and keep a successful registration for a Working with Children Check and successfully passes a National Police Record History Check

Desirable

• Prior experienced in a secondary school setting
• Prior use and understanding of Synergetic
• Post Graduate Business and/or education qualifications such a CA, CPA, MBA

What we offer

• Permanent, ongoing position
• 7 weeks annual leave in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (Education Support Officer Category C provisions)
• Attractive base salary plus superannuation 

To apply for this position

Please email your application by Monday 20 May 2024 at 10.00am to **********@thomascarr.vic.edu.au including your resume, a cover letter addressing the key criteria listed in the Position Description and the names of 3 referees as well as a completed  Staff Application Form located in the 'Our College - Employment Opportunities' section of the College website.

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