Finance Officer – Payroll & Accounts Receivable

Loreto College Ballarat, one of regional Victoria’s leading Catholic girls’ schools invites applications for the role of Finance Officer – Payroll & Accounts Receivable.

Founded in 1875 by Mother Gonzaga Barry, Loreto College Ballarat was the first Loreto school in Australia and continues in the tradition of Mary Ward. With an enrolment of 990 students, the College is committed to delivering a contemporary Catholic education that liberates, empowers and motivates young women to use their individual gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity. The five values of a Loreto education – Freedom, Justice, Sincerity, Verity and Felicity underpin all aspects of College life.

The Finance Officer – Payroll & Accounts Receivable is responsible for the end-to-end processing of the College’s fortnightly payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance and a high standard of service to staff. The role also administers the accounts receivable function and provides general financial and operational support to the Finance Team, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the College’s financial operations.

In this role, you will manage the full payroll cycle, including the accurate processing of wages, deductions, reimbursements and termination payments. You will calculate, reconcile and remit superannuation contributions and PAYG tax obligations, monitor and process leave applications, and liaise with salary packaging providers to ensure all associated processes are completed accurately. The position also involves implementing salary changes arising from Enterprise Agreem…