Finance Officer
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
30 August 2026
Posted 21 Aug 2026
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Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
85.3
58.9 teaching · 26.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
707
Indigenous students
14%
Language other than English
12%
Girls vs boys
707 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Finance Officer
Job No: TCE4867
Location: Townsville, QLD.
Salary Range: $73,333 - $75,638 per annum pending experience + Super
Join our team as a Finance Secretary at Townsville's Prestigious all girls' College!
St Margaret Mary's College, Hyde Parkis seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and finance-focused Finance Officer to join the College. The College is open to considering both full-time and part-time applicants for this position.
Reporting to the Principal and Leadership Team, the Finance Officer will play an important role in the day-to-day financial operations of the College. The position will have a strong focus on accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, banking and cash management, student fee administration, reconciliations, financial reporting and budget support, as well as assisting with financial claims, audit preparation, compliance and statutory requirements.
The successful applicant will ideally have previous experience in a finance, accounts or financial administration role, A sound understanding of financial processes, strong attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to manage confidential financial information are essential.
The successful applicant will also demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a proactive approach to managing financial responsibilities and deadlines.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional, or someone with strong relevant financial administration experience, to contribute to the effective financial…