Finance Assistant - Catherine McAuley College

Finance Assistant - Catherine McAuley College

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• Position: Finance Assistant
• Commencement Date: 19 January 2026 or as negotiated
• Employment Status: Term‑time continuing
• Hours per week: 12 hpw
• Hourly Rate: $37.01 to $38.17 (pending experience)
• Applications Close: Monday 12 January 2026

Catherine McAuley College opened its doors in 2022 to meet the growing demand for quality Catholic education in the Mackay region. Starting with pioneering Year VII’s in 2022, the college will grow into a complete Years 7‑12 profile by 2027. Built on the former site of the historic Mackay Sugar Research Institute, the brand‑new college offers first‑class facilities to support staff and students.

Underpinned by the College values of Learning, Courage, Faith & Mercy, Catherine McAuley College is committed to providing a welcoming, safe, and secure learning environment. The Charism of the Sisters of Mercy inspires the College’s mission and identity.

The Finance Assistant will use a breadth of skills to facilitate the financial management and administration of the college. This term‑time continuing position involves 12 hpw over two days a week (Thursday & Friday) commencing 19 January 2026 or as negotiated.

• Practice confidentiality in all aspects of the role.
• Prepare financial information to trial balance and generate monthly Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports.
• Reconcile GST monthly and submit BAS statements to the ATO on time.
• Manage debtor and creditor ledgers, reconcile accounts, and follow up on overdue payments.
• Oversee accounts for school fees and sundry items, including receipting and accurate record‑keeping.
• Maintain accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger using the TASS program.
• Monitor expenditure against the approved budget, ensure proper authorisation of purchases and report regularly to the Principal.
• Validate invoices and apply inventory and purchasing control procedures.
• Apply knowledge of advanced functions of computer software packages and manage data.
• Train staff classified at lower levels through personal instruction and demonstration.

The successful applicant will have an understanding of and commitment to the ethos of Catholic education, excellent time‑management and interpersonal skills, and a high proficiency of computer skills.

Previous experience in a busy school office is advantageous.

• Competitive salary range – School Officer Level 4.
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75 %.
• Access to long‑service leave after seven years of continuous service (portability may apply).
• Corporate health insurance discounts with Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance.
• Access to a Fitness Passport.
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations.
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities.
• Modern facilities and resources.

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice – a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role safely.
• Australian work rights.

• Complete the application below.
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools.
• Upload a current resume and cover letter, including contact details (phone and email) of three professional referees.
• Ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) formats.

• For a confidential conversation, contact Jim Ford, Principal, Catherine McAuley College, Mackay: 07 4994 9200.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, contact Employee Support Services: employmentholic.edu.au.
• The CEDR office will be closed from 23 December 2025 to 2 January 2026. Inquiries will be responded to after 2 January 2026 if received during this time.
• Applications during the short‑listing phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Monday, 12 January 2026.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.