School Finance Secretary - Guardian Angels' School, ASHMORE

Job Reference 22824_11/09/24
Closing date October 7, 2024
Location Edmund Rice Drive, Ashmore QLD, Australia 4215
Status Permanent

About this job

Estimated start date:  Commencing January 2025

Position tenure: Full Time | Permanent 

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 5 days per week- 38 hours per week, school term only (holidays unpaid)

Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 5 (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement


Guardian Angels’ Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive coeducational primary school located in Ashmore on the Gold Coast, proudly situated on Kombumerri land. With a dynamic community of over 800 students, we are dedicated to creating a supportive, collaborative environment.

At Guardian Angels’, we place community at the core of our mission. We work together to deliver exceptional learning experiences, celebrating each student's achievements as they embody our motto, “Strive for Success.” Through a diverse range of offerings, we prepare students for a rapidly evolving world by nurturing their unique gifts and potential, empowering them to make a meaningful impact. We seek expert professionals who value the contributions learners make to their own education and are committed to using high-impact strategies and research-informed practices. Our goal is to empower both teachers and students to excel through active, cooperative learning and strong, supportive relationships.

Join us at Guardian Angels’ Catholic Primary School, where you can be part of a dedicated team that values community, collaboration, and the holistic development of every student, all while embracing our role as guardian angels guiding each learner toward success.

Explore our school website to learn more about us.

We are seeking a professional forward thinking person to join our administration team. This position will assists the School Leadership Team with financial and administrative functions to support the operations of the school. The School Finance Secretary is responsible for providing strategic advice and managing administration, financial matters and daily operations across the school. A high level of communication and interpersonal skills are required. You will work closely with Support Accountants, School Leadership Administration Team, Staff, Parents and Suppliers.

Example of typical duties

  • Management of school financials
  • Billing and collection of school fees
  • Reconciliation of accounts
  • Cashier and banking duties
  • Data entry
  • Report preparation
  • General administration functions

To succeed in this role you will demonstrate:
  • General administration functions
  • Initiative and attention to detail
  • Effective communication dealing with various stakeholders
  • Highly organised
  • Sound judgement, confidentiality and discretion
  • experience advantageous but not essential in BCE finance systems - Microsoft Dynamics D365/ Buying Platform and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel


To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

  • Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
  • Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
  • Have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.


Contact:   Danielle Carter

Contact number:   0431137909

Contact email:   dmcarter@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing date:     07-Oct-2024