Finance Manager

A.B. Paterson College is seeking a strategic and results-driven Finance Manager to join our dynamic Finance Team.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is an outstanding opportunity to shape financial practices, lead process improvements, and strengthen systems that support the College’s long-term sustainability. The Finance Manager will build strong partnerships across departments, ensure compliance and accountability, and contribute to the ongoing success of a values-driven organisation.

This is a permanent, full‑time opportunity to apply your expertise in financial leadership, governance, and operational excellence within an environment where your contribution genuinely matters.

Based on the beautiful Gold Coast, A.B. Paterson College is an independent school for students from Prep to Year 12, dedicated to developing young men and women of character – leaders now and for the future. Established in 1991 and named after the Australian poet Banjo Paterson, the College has built a reputation as one of Australia’s leading schools.

With an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing and safety of children, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, passionate staff, and a forward‑thinking approach to education, the College continues to inspire excellence and innovation. Partnerships with industry leaders and global organisations reflect our standing on the world stage and our commitment to a lasting educational legacy.

Come and join our team of highly professional educators and corporate services professionals, striving towards delivering excellent educational outcomes.

• Competitive remuneration packages exceeding award rates.
• Annual wage increases in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement.
• Leave loading payable on four weeks of annual leave (pro rata for part‑time staff).
• Tuition fee discounts for permanent employees' children.
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options via Rem Serv.
• Annualised salary arrangements for term‑time employees.
• Employer superannuation contributions with optional co‑contribution benefits.
• 14 weeks paid maternity leave, with the option to receive a payment at half pay for 28 weeks, to support staff during significant life transitions
• 10 days paid parental leave to promote family wellbeing and work‑life balance
• Coverage under Work Cover Queensland for injury support.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students.
• Spacious campus with expansive green space and gardens.
• Dedicated relaxation within staff facilities featuring massage chairs and fully equipped kitchen and dining area.
• Onsite café serving barista coffee and food.
• Beautiful, central location on the Gold Coast.

• Lead the Finance Team – Provide mentorship, build capability, and foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture with clear goals and strong operational resilience.
• Financial Management & Reporting – Oversee core accounting functions, monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management and strategic financial analysis.
• Audit & Compliance – Manage the full audit cycle and ensure timely, accurate compliance with all regulatory, statutory and funding obligations (ACNC, government programs, BAS/FBT, census, ISQ, CRICOS and more).
• Assets & Capital Projects – Oversee fixed asset management, capital works financials, grant acquittals and robust documentation for funding and capital expenditure.
• Payroll Oversight – Provide strategic leadership of the payroll function, ensuring accuracy, legislative compliance, system integrity and ongoing process improvement.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable – Ensure timely, compliant processing, strong controls, supplier management, and effective debt recovery practices.
• Analytics & Insights – Develop dashboards and reporting tools (including Power BI), provide meaningful insights to support decision‑making, and build data literacy across the College.
• Policy, Controls & Risk Management – Maintain robust financial controls, procedures and governance frameworks to support long‑term sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Strategic and…