Dean of Students

Finance Officer, (Part-Time 0.9 FTE), commencing in Term 2 2024

At Penrhos, we have an audacious vision for the future – to revolutionise girls’ education so we can all live a future without boundaries.  As part of that vision, we seek staff who are innovative, enthusiastic and ready to consider new ways of doing things, for the benefit of our students. 

As a leader in girls’ education, Penrhos makes four key commitments:  

• We see no ceilings – only sky. 
• We encourage our students to make their own adventure, 
• We always look to find the fun; and  
• We foster an aspiration for students and staff to be a force for good. 

We believe Courage Starts Here – and seek to embed this across all aspects of the College. 

We are a Uniting Church day and boarding school for girls, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Como, close to the river and Perth CBD .You can read more about our strategic direction and what it means to us here. 

A fantastic opportunity exists for an experienced person to join our Finance Department in the role of Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable). This is a maximum-term opportunity to cover leave for an existing employee in Term 2 (April 8 to June 21, 2024). 

This is a part-time (0.9 FTE) role, working across a 9-day fortnight. However, applicants looking to work 4 days per week (0.8 FTE) are also encouraged to apply. 

Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be responsible for administering the Accounts Receivable functions of the College.  - 

Our successful applicant will be able to demonstrate excellent customer service, high level of accuracy and attention to detail and strong time management skills. Experience in a school environment would be highly regarded. 

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience in end-to-end accounts receivable processing
• Processing of annual and pro-rata tuition fees and other charges to Debtor Accounts
• Experience in follow-up with Debtors and Debt Collection
• Daily reconciliation of all Primary Bank Accounts, Weekly or monthly reconciliation of all Secondary Bank Accounts 
• Prepare and reconcile cash for College banking in a timely and accurate manner
• Reconciliation of payments received against Sundry Debtors and Community Debtors
• Strong communication skills to respond to Debtors queries as required, and maintain effective relations with stakeholders.
• Contributing to business improvement initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Accounts Receivable processes
• Excellent time management skills to organise work related tasks.
• Experience with Accounting Software packages 
• Experience in a school environment is an advantage
• Commitment to the College's Core shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.

On offer

• Competitive salary package– depending on skills and experience 
• Excellent working environment and state-of-the-art facilities 
• Free Parking
• Salary Packaging
• Boarders Long weekend 

How to Apply

Your Application must include:

• Cover letter stating why you are applying for the position and providing your contact details. Your letter can be addressed to People Services Department. 
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
• Work-related referees: The names and details of most recent line managers and work-related referees
• Submission of Application: When submitting your application please combine your cover letter/ selection criteria and resume into one document to upload to ************@penrhos.wa.edu.au. 

For further information please see the position statement or contact People Services on (08) 9368 9***.

Applications close: 8 am Monday 4 March 2024. 

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

All children and young people who come to Penrhos College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.

We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in student’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

The College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture. 

Each member of the College community has a responsibility to understand the importance and specific role that they play individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do and every decision that they make. 

Only persons with unlimited rights to work in Australia need apply.

No agency calls please.  Applications will not be accepted through recruitment agencies for this role.

Disclaimer: Penrhos reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.