Finance Officer (Payroll Services)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Posted 17 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
121.1
76.4 teaching · 44.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
664
Language other than English
8%
Girls vs boys
319 girls · 345 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
About the role
The Finance Officer (Payroll Services) plays a vital role in supporting the smooth and effective operation of the College’s business and financial activities. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all staff, ensuring full compliance with legislative requirements, the College’s Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA), employment contracts, and internal policies.
This position provides high-quality service to staff, maintains strong internal controls, and contributes to the integrity of the College’s financial reporting through payroll reconciliations, analysis, and continuous process improvements, while working collaboratively with the Human Resources Manager, Finance Manager, and broader College staff.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing and Administration
Compliance and Taxation
Accounting and Reconciliation
Systems, Process Improvement, and Reporting
To Apply for this Position
Applications are recommended to review the position and application details on our website: https://www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au/about-cornish/employment/
Advice to Applicants
In your cover letter please outline your qualifications and your main areas of expertise. We’d like to get to know you a little through your letter.
Your response to the Position Description should focus on the following:
Your experience in working in Finance, specifically with payroll and associated services
Any other information demonstrating your suitability to working in this role at Cornish College
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