About this job
About the Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Your Responsibilities
As the Finance Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide advice to school staff regarding financial management including accounts payable and receivable, asset accounting, banking, budgeting and reporting, financial policy and delegations, financial systems usage and taxation.
- Develop and maintain an understanding of school business priorities and service delivery objectives.
- Assist in analysis of the financial management practices and financial performance of schools, identification of system or policy issues, and monitor the level of financial management competencies within schools.
- Assist administration of team activity including supporting workshop delivery and tracking workplace activity
Skills we are looking for in our next Finance Officer:
- Ability to provide financial advice and support to stakeholders.
- Ability to create models to assist tracking, interpretation and analysis (utilising Microsoft Excel, Power BI).
- High level communication skills, both written and oral.
- Exceptional coordination and organisational skills
- Good understanding of financial management policies and legislation that impact schools
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) outlining your suitability to the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.