Officer (Finance and Administration)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
21 May 2026
Posted 11 May 2026
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164
Total students
46%
Boys
54%
Girls
13.9
Teaching FTE
7.0
Non-teaching FTE
1,102
ICSEA value
85th percentile · Higher SES
31%
EAL/D Background
1%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
FINANCE AND ADMINSTRATION OFFICER
Position Details
St John's School is a co-educational primary school from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Six, serving families in the Dominican tradition. At St John's, we are more than just a school; we are a caring, compassionate, and supportive environment where every individual is valued and encouraged to flourish to their full potential. As an integral part of our Catholic faith community, our school strives to foster an atmosphere where the inherent dignity of each person is recognised and nurtured.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person to join our collaborative team. This position is a key member of the Finance and Administration Team.
The Finance and Administration Officer is responsible for the Finance and Budget preparation, end of month, processing of payroll, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with CEWA payroll procedures and schedules and organising, scheduling maintenance and contractors for the School.
Other duties include assisting the Leadership Team.
The successful applicant is required to uphold and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discernment, and encompasses skills in managing staff enquiries, payroll records management, and other general administrative tasks including supporting the Administration of the school.
Selection Criteria
Position Details
St John's School is a co-educational primary school from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Six, serving families in the Dominican tradition. At St John's, we are more than just a school; we are a caring, compassionate, and supportive environment where every individual is valued and encouraged to flourish to their full potential. As an integral part of our Catholic faith community, our school strives to foster an atmosphere where the inherent dignity of each person is recognised and nurtured.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person to join our collaborative team. This position is a key member of the Finance and Administration Team.
The Finance and Administration Officer is responsible for the Finance and Budget preparation, end of month, processing of payroll, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with CEWA payroll procedures and schedules and organising, scheduling maintenance and contractors for the School.
Other duties include assisting the Leadership Team.
The successful applicant is required to uphold and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discernment, and encompasses skills in managing staff enquiries, payroll records management, and other general administrative tasks including supporting the Administration of the school.
Selection Criteria
- A strong understanding of and commitment to the mission of Catholic education, with the ability to contribute to the spiritual and community life of the school
- Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build authentic relationships …