Finance Officer (Finance Officer)
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
2 November 2026
Posted 19 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
7.3
5.3 teaching · 2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
39
Language other than English
10%
Girls vs boys
15 girls · 24 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Details:
St Joseph's School, Pemberton is a co-educational Catholic primary school providing a
nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Located
in the beautiful South West region of Western Australia, the school enjoys a strong sense of
community, close parish connections, and supportive family engagement. Guided by Catholic
values, St Joseph's School is committed to fostering excellence in education, faith, and pastoral
care.
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Finance Officer to join our professional
administration team for 21 hours per week, worked over 3 days.
The successful applicant will be a diligent and dedicated professional with strong financial
administration skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to work
collaboratively within a small school environment. This role is responsible for supporting the
school's financial operations and ensuring compliance with relevant financial procedures and
reporting requirements.
Selection Criteria:
• Commitment to the values of St Joseph's School and the mission of Catholic Education.
• Extensive experience in bookkeeping, financial administration, and financial reporting.
• Experience in financial procedures including accounts receivable, accounts payable, preparation
of Business Activity Statements (BAS), payroll support, and general ledger processing.
• Sound knowledge and demonstrated application of accrual accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the …