AddressWyndham Central College is located in a high growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne and caters for students in Years 7 to 12 across the Wyndham district. Recent data sets in key areas have demonstrated significant improvement in line with the goals and targets identified in the previous Strategic Plan and reflect the dedication and commitment by the staff.
The Staff at Wyndham Central are committed to delivering a rigorous guaranteed and viable curriculum enhanced by the AVID program that aims to prepare students by developing a set of strategies to support their learning and chosen pathway. The college programs are innovative and challenging and include a 7-10 Enrichment and VHAP program, 7-10 Spanish Immersion Program (SIP), the 9-10 STEM Academy and our flagship schoolwide program AVID. The college is the first school in Australia to achieve certification as an AVID school and are currently recognized as Australia¿s first secondary Site of Distinction.
To further complement the academic program all students are provided with a Careers Action Plan (CAP), and a learning plan from Year 7 that requires commitment, reflection and regular consultation between student, teacher and parents/carers. This three-way partnership is crucial to the successful progress of all of the students at Wyndham Central College and is supported by an extensive tutor advocate and pastoral support program.
Underpinning the educational improvement plan the College has modern facilities including a Trade Training Centre, a designated Year 7 Centre, Year 8 & 9 Centre, a Year 10 Community and a Senior Years Centre. Dedicated content learning environments for the performing and visual arts, Science and STEM and Gymnasium and sporting facilities. Complementing the whole school buildings is the extensive active/passive landscaping plan and recreational outdoor plan, a student centered study and student services building.
The Leadership Team comprises of the Principal Team- Principal and Assistant Principals with dedicated leadership portfolios, Leading Teachers - Year Level Leaders (Engagement & Wellbeing), Literacy Leader, Numeracy Leader, Pathways & Transitions Leader, AVID pedagogy and operational Leaders, Senior Years Program Manager and Campus Management Leader. The team is complemented by faculty-based Learning Specialists who are our PLC instructional leaders.
SC1 Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills and high level interpersonal skills with an ability to relate effectively and sensitively with teaching and support staff, as well as students, parents, external providers and the wider school community.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to take direction as well as to work independently and flexibly to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of the work environment and to work proactively as an integral member of a high functioning team to enhance work systems, practices and relationships.
SC3 Demonstrated thorough knowledge of financial practices and knowledge of Department of Education software (such as CASES21 Finance).
SC4 Demonstrated ability to coordinate a range of tasks within the finance area that contribute significantly to the operational functions within the school and the ability to manage and support other staff to ensure finance objectives are met.
SC5 Highly developed organisational and administrative skills with a demonstrated ability to utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities and to meet deadlines.
The primary function of the Finance Officer is to support the financial sector of the college, and to support with administrative duties using a team approach. The incumbent must have a sound working knowledge of CASES21, Compass and Department of Education applications. This position requires the highest levels of interpersonal skills using respect, compassion, understanding and empathy, and must maintain confidentiality in line with privacy laws and associated legislation. The officer must have an ability to determine the required assistance to be provided to all visitors, families, students, Department of Education personnel and other stakeholders.
Areas of responsibility for the position include:
Accounts Payable
· Maintain creditor details
· Approve purchase orders and manage eSchools database
· Data entry into CASES21 and account reconciliations (including the School Purchase Card)
· Process creditor payment runs
· Correspond with creditors as required
Accounts Receivable
· Enter, review and maintain student and sundry debtor charges and credits in CASES21 and Compass (including for excursions and camps)
· Distribute sundry debtor statements monthly
· Process payments received (including Centrepay, BPAY and CompassPay) in CASES21
· Support the Business Manager with completion of payment plan interviews as required
· Review and maintain payment plan information and correspond with families as needed
· Assist with exit procedures by reviewing and amending finance charges in collaboration with the Business Manager (as required), and processing refunds to families and CSEF transfers to schools
· Complete cash and EFTPOS reconciliation at end of each day
Finance
· Manage the change float and petty cash
· Complete bank reconciliations
· Enter and manage CSEF applications
· Prepare Profit & Loss reports for excursions and camps
· Manage school Myki cards
· Coordinate banking collections
· Support the Business Manager with budget preparation/review, end of period and end of year finance tasks/rollover
· Ensure documentation is retained in line with audit requirements
· Provide training/assistance to other staff in relation to Finance (including policies and procedures)
Reception (as required)
· Assist visitors to the school, families, students and staff (including receipting of payments)
· Answer phone calls and redirect school emails
Other duties as directed by the Principal or their delegate
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 *** or email on: **********@education.vic.gov.au
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- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
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