Finance Officer

About Us

Luther College is a faith-based coeducational secondary school located in the Melbourne suburb of Croydon Hills, just minutes from the picturesque Yarra Valley. Set on 30 acres, our lush, beautiful grounds together with an extensive range of modern facilities offers students the ideal place to learn, grow and achieve their personal best.

Driving innovative, contemporary teaching and learning, our college is committed to providing rich and personalised learning experiences. We encourage student agency and develop the essential knowledge, skills and attributes that our young people need to contribute confidently in their community.

Luther College is proud to offer a values-based, Lutheran educational service that promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity.

An Opportunity

Luther College seeks to appoint a talented Finance Officer to provide support to the Assistant Business Manager by contributing to the business operations and financial management of the college. This is an ongoing, full-time position (part time, term time is negotiable), commencing on Monday 29 April 2024.

The Finance Officer will play a crucial role in assisting the Assistant Business Manager with high quality administrative support in all finance related matters as well as maintaining an accurate and comprehensive database of college creditors and payments, processing a wide range of financial transactions as well as end of month processes.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and environment in a role that provides scope for growth and professional development.

Hours of work are Monday to Thursday 8.15am – 4.30pm and Friday 8.15am – 4.00pm.

About You

You are a motivated, energetic and organised professional with strong financial experience who is seeking the next step in their developing career. A strong communicator with great interpersonal skills, you are aware of your impact on all community members and intuitively adjust your style to meet cultural and stakeholder needs. You will have a keen eye for the finer details, and a desire to learn through hands on experience in the role.

Benefits You Can Expect

Our people are the backbone of our enviable community and culture, and together produce high quality teaching and learning experiences for our students. We offer a range of general and role specific benefits in recognition of the ongoing valuable contributions our staff make. Examples include:

• 4 weeks annual leave
• An additional 5 days of gifted leave per year in addition to 4 weeks annual leave
• Flexibility to work from home (on application) during the non-term weeks
• 15 days personal carer’s leave per year
• Access to 16 weeks paid parental leave (some conditions apply)
• Fee relief for student tuition fees (some conditions apply)
• Approximately 5 days paid professional development per year
• Genuine opportunities for growth and development through mentoring and professional development

The Application Process

Please apply via the college employment webpage, addressing your application to the Principal, including the following information:

• A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (please refer to the Position Description)
• Resume
• References
• Evidence of a current employer Working with Children Check (WWCC), which will need to be transferred to Luther College if successfully appointed
• Evidence of a current, satisfactory national police check (within 12 months of issue)
• Evidence of your right to work in Australia (copy of your passport or birth certificate)

Applications close: Thursday 11 April 2024.

For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact our People and Development office on 9724 2006.

The college reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Applicants must be willing to support the college’s approach to excellence in Christian co-education.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

All students who attend Luther College have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The college has a commitment to child safety and all staff will be responsible for understanding, applying and promoting the college’s commitment to child safety, and its related policies and procedures.

Luther College requires all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and comply with the college’s Child Protection Program as a prerequisite condition of employment.

Visit our website for more information and for a copy of our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Program – Child Safety Adult Code of Conduct (www.luther.vic.edu.au).