Finance Officer (Payroll Services)

Cornish College · Bangholme, VIC

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

K12

Posted 17 Sep 2026

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About Cornish College

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

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

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

To submit your application, please ensure you complete th…

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