<p> </p> <p>Commencing 29 January 2019 </p> <p><b>Description:</b> <br /></p><ul><li>The role, Senior School Officer exists to provide:</li><li>A reception service for phone and direct contact externally to and within the school</li><li>General office administration including maintaining student records, typing and preparation of documents, ordering of school requisites and administrative support for staff</li><li>Administration of school financial accounts including student debtors, accounts receivable, reconciling accounts, BAS, supplier payments, maintaining budgets and preparation of reports</li><li>Support to the school principal</li></ul><p><b> Essential Criteria: </b></p><ul><li>Support the ethos of Catholic education</li><li>Minimum of Certificate III in Accounting / Business or equivalent</li><li>Sound knowledge of accounting concepts and principles, supported by bookkeeping/accounting experience and an ability to understand Financial Reports.</li><li>Be highly organised and show attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A clear understanding of Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with students, staff and especially parents and school visitors</li><li>Enthusiasm, proactivity and capacity to adapt</li><li>Ability to work in an environment with competing demands where tasks need to be prioritised</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team</li></ul><p><b> Desirable Criteria: </b></p><ul><li>Minimum of two years relevant experience in finance/accounting</li><li>Experience with Google Chrome Applications</li><li>Experience in maintaining a website and social media platform</li><li>Hold a current First Aid Certificate</li><li>School experience in a similar role using SAS</li></ul><p>Salary:  Level 5: $32.91 per hour (Averaged)</p><p>The successful applicant will be required to undertake a National Police Check prior to appointment. </p> <p> Please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.  Please contact Mary Jane Simms on 02 69533248 further information.</p>