About this job
The Financial Operations Manager is a key leadership position within the College. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role oversees the integrity and efficiency of all financial operations, including accounting, payroll, compliance, reporting and risk mitigation. Leading a multi-functional team, the Financial Operations Manager ensures sound financial governance, contributes to long-term strategic planning, and upholds the College’s commitment to service, excellence and sustainability through adaptive leadership and forward-thinking financial stewardship.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Proven leadership experience, ideally in a school environment, overseeing an adaptable finance team.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in accounting practices, payroll, budget formation, and financial monitoring, reporting and control.
- Strong risk management experience and understanding of the legal and compliance requirements within a school entity.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to lead and mentor staff and build professional stakeholder relationships both internally and externally.
- A commitment to the vision and values of Faith Lutheran College and support of the Lutheran ethos.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce or a related field. CPA/CA qualifications will be highly regarded.
Faith Lutheran College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, as outlined in the Child Protection Policy.
Hutton Consulting Australia is partnering with Faith Lutheran College in the search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion regarding the application process and to access candidate information, please contact Tracey Hickey on 0402 157 556 or tracey.hickey@hutton.education
Applications should be submitted to the HCA website by 5:00pm on Wednesday 9 April 2025. https://hutton.education/opportunities/