Senior Finance Officer
Employment
Part time/Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
20 October 2026
Posted 7 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-12
School staff (FTE)
222.2
117.5 teaching · 104.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,824
Language other than English
19%
Girls vs boys
867 girls · 957 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Senior Finance Officer
Full-time, Ongoing
Commencement negotiable
About Us
Newman College is a Catholic PK–12 school educating in the Marist tradition, with an enrolment of approximately 1850 students. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, supportive, and future‑focused learning environment. Our operations—spanning learning, wellbeing, and community engagement—are underpinned by professionalism, innovation, and contemporary practice.
At Newman College, you’ll join a supportive, forward‑thinking community grounded in the Marist tradition. We foster collaboration, professional growth, and a strong sense of community. Staff also enjoy an active social culture and access to onsite facilities, including the pool and weights room, to support wellbeing.
About the Role
Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, this role sits at the centre of the College's financial operations, coordinating the finance team and ensuring the accuracy, compliance and timeliness of the College's accounting, payroll, reporting and budgeting functions. The successful candidate will also oversee the College's financial systems and support the Executive with sound financial insight and advice.
About You
We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting and financial reporting. The successful candidate will bring a methodical approach, sound judgement and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement, while actively contributing to the mission and vision of Newman College and upholding the College's commitment to child safegu…