<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Location</strong>:&nbsp;Florey, ACT</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Employment Type</strong>: Temporary</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Employment Status: </strong>Part-time - 50 hours per fortnight</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Salary:</strong>&nbsp; $71,711 plus superannuation</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11.55pm, Thursday 20 June 2023</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">The College is seeking to recruit a&nbsp;<strong>Finance Offer</strong>&nbsp;to join our team. The Finance Officer, as a member of the Finance Team, is responsible for&nbsp;all aspects of the purchasing and accounts payable functions of the College.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">Skills and experience in a similar finance related role with a sound knowledge of accounts receivable/payable, general accounting and bookkeeping practices. Previous experience in a school environment and qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance, while not essential will be well regarded.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">A high level of computer literacy with extensive understanding of accounting systems and a solid knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">A strong customer service ethic with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">The ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure whilst maintaining a highly focussed attention to detail.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">The ability to work collaboratively and flexibly in a team environment to ensure financial management best practice.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">Self-motivation, with the ability to work independently and show initiative.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">The commitment to support and promote the Catholic values of the College.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><em>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Application Process</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experiences as outline in the Position Description.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">For further information about the School, please visit our school website <a href="https://sfx.act.edu.au/">here.</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt">Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6258 9040 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au">jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt"><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6218 0007 or via email <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</span></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/501380/finance-officer-st-francis-xavier-college-florey-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>