Senior Finance Officer

Newman College · Churchlands, WA

Employment

Part time/Full time, Temporary

Subject

General

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

K12

Closing date

20 October 2026

12 days remaining

Posted 7 Oct 2026

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About Newman College

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

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

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…

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