AddressLocation: World Square, 680 George Street, Sydney (agile working environment)
Commencement Date: Immediate Start (or by negotiation)
Closing Date: Wednesday, 15 May 2024
Capacity: Permanent, Full-time
Number of positions: 1
About the role
The Finance Systems Specialist is responsible for the effective configuration, operation and maintenance of the financial systems across the Central Office, Network and Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) using TechnologyOne. This includes the identification and implementation of improvements to systems and processes to ensure the systems continue to meet the needs of the business and continually enhance financial operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Process & System Improvements
- developing ongoing strategies for process improvements across all systems using best practice methodologies
- working with key stakeholders to develop technical solutions for process and system improvements and project manage their implementation
- working closely with the user base in defining better functional support and delivery processes
- managing systems testing and user training on system changes and upgrades
- managing relationships with ICT, CeNet, Technology One and Finance in relation to system issues and/or projects.
BAU Support
- resolving technical issues relating to systems supported by the Financial Management Systems (FMS) Teams through the provision of technical support to users
- managing the data transfer between TechnologyOne and other systems supported by the the FMS Team including, but not limited to: Compass (Student Information System), ExpenseMePro (Expense Management System)
- maintaining up to date technical knowledge of TechnologyOne
- supporting and managing cases allocated to Finance in ServiceNow, and ensuring cases are responded to and resolved as per set KPIs.
Other
- ensuring all work activities align with SCS’ vision, mission, values and Capability Framework
- reporting all concerns regarding child safety and allegations of inappropriate conduct to the line manager and the SCS Child Safety team. SCS is a child-safe environment and all concerns regarding child safety and allegations of inappropriate conduct will be treated seriously
- promoting and implementing Sydney Catholic Schools’ mission and vision To know and love Christ through learning and Thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching and learning
- promoting and abiding by Sydney Catholic Schools’ values of empathy, curiosity, excellence, collaboration and truth
- any other duties as directed from time to time.
About you
To be successful in this position, you must possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance and/or IT or related discipline
- extensive experience in managing and implementing process improvements using technology to support a complex operational environment
- experience in business analysis, project management and system integration
- ability to work through user issues, identify the cause and apply practical solutions
- ability to document user requirements and solution design
- ability to prioritise work and deliver on time
- strong communication and relationship skills to maximise internal and external relationships
- Finance Systems Administration experience in a large organisation
- detailed experience with Microsoft Applications, Advanced Excel and database and reporting tools
- ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
- experience in customer service and liaising with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Why work for Sydney Catholic Schools
In joining SCS, you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.
SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 18 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.
In addition, we offer:
- offering a salary of $162,872 per annum plus superannuation
- salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
- up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
- ongoing training and development opportunities
- flexible working arrangements
- discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products
- ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year
- generous Employee Referral Program.
Application Process
For any internal candidates please apply via your ‘Careers tile’ in Employee Self Service.
To support your application, you will be required to provide:
- your current resume
- cover letter highlighting your experience in meeting the responsibilities of this role.
If you have any questions, please contact the recruitment team via ***************@syd.catholic.edu.au.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is classified as a child-related work endeavour and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.
SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.
