All staff in a Catholic school have an indispensable role to play
Simonds Catholic College adheres to the Statement of Principles regarding Catholic Education as set out in CEOM Policy 2.2.
It is expected of all employed in a Catholic school that they:
- Accept the Catholic educational philosophy of the school;
- Develop and maintain an adequate understanding of those aspects of Catholic teaching that touch upon their subject areas and other aspects of their work;
- By their teaching and other work and by personal example, strive to help students to understand, accept and appreciate Catholic teaching and values;
- Avoid, whether by word, action or public lifestyle, influence upon students that is contrary to the teaching and values of the Church community in whose name they act;
- Comply with the accreditation policy of the CECV to teach in a Catholic school and other CECV policies;
- Be committed to regular ongoing professional development;
- Be qualified as required by state authorities.
Child Protection
Applicants should have a strong commitment to boys' education and the values and ethos of Catholic education, including providing a safe environment for our students. Our College Community is committed to the protection, wellbeing and inclusion of all the children in our care.
Employment Opportunities
Senior Finance Officer - St Mary’s Campus
The Role
The Senior Finance Officer is a multiskilled finance position for a qualified accountant to support the financial management of the College. The person will have an empathy with the Catholic ethos of the College and will actively support and give leadership in this area.
Attributes & Competencies
The Senior Finance Officer is expected to exhibit the following qualities and competencies:
- A lively, multiskilled and practical team person.
- A firm belief in, and commitment to, the mission and vision and Core values of the College and an ability to articulate and promote these.
- Professional qualified CPA or CA Accountant.
- Demonstrate good communication, planning, administration, and finance skills.
- Highly developed computer skills with experience in relevant software including Microsoft Office, Synergetic, ICON or a similar large finance software system.
- Excellent Excel skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of key priorities of the legal requirements surrounding child safety.
The Senior Finance Officer reports to the Business Manager.
Specific Duties
The Senior Finance Officer supports the Business Manager and will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the finance office, account receivables, the preparation of budgets, monthly and annual financial reports, the maintenance of the asset register, tax compliance including the preparation of the monthly business activity statements and the fringe benefits tax return. The role will also be responsible for supporting the Administration Officers for Payroll and Accounts Payable.
How to Apply
Applicants should present a covering letter including the following:
- An outline of the reasons for your application for this position
- A response to the key selection criteria detailed within the position description.
Your covering letter should be no more than three pages.
Please include the following with your application:
- A detailed resume
- Names and contact details of three referees.
Please email your application to Sarah Nathan Executive Assistant, snathan@sccmelb.catholic.edu.au by 17 January 2022 at 4pm. (Please note only candidates required for an interview will be contacted after the initial email acknowledgement of the application for the position)
Closing Date for applications: 4.00pm 17 January 2022.