School Finance Officer - St Sebastian's Primary School, YERONGA
St Sebastian's Primary School (Yeronga) · YERONGA, QLD
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
About our school
St Sebastian's School is situated in the inner-city suburb of Yeronga. We are a small Catholic primary school with approximately 83 students. We value a supportive, inclusive and enjoyable learning environment that caters for the uniqueness of each individual and their ability to engage and be successful in their learning. Some classes may consist of multi-age groups. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Bring your expertise in financial operations, process development, data analysis, and team leadership to an exciting role where you’ll support school success!
- Location: St Sebastians - Yeronga
- Start date: April 2026
- Work hours: 24.00 hours per week
- Salary: $39.44+ super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Part Time Continuing
- Ad close date: 28 April 2026
- Contact: Leigh Hopton | lhopton@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Reconciliation of accounts
- Cashier and banking duties
- Accounts receivable, including debt collection
- Accounts payable
- Report preparation
- Other administrative duties assigned as appropriate
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Have previous experience in accounts or finance role
- Skills in developing and implementing effective financial management processes
- Good understanding of accounting principles and account reconciliations
- Demonstrate attention to detail and an ability to work under pressure with high prioritization skills to meet deadlines
- Have experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Flexibility to meet the demands of the school and demonstrate initiative
- Be a skilful negotiator and communicator who is able to liaise with the school's Parent/Guardian community with empathy; Demonstrate sound judgement, confidentiality and discretion
- For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: Apply on QLD Catholic ↗