Payroll and Finance Officer
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
6 November 2026
Posted 19 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
19.9
9.8 teaching · 10.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
103
Indigenous students
10%
Language other than English
24%
Girls vs boys
59 girls · 44 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Payroll and Finance Officer
Location: Casuarina Steiner School, Coffs Harbour
Work pattern: 3 days per week
Engagement options: Permanent part-time employment or independent contractor arrangement (subject to suitability)
Casuarina Steiner School is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll and Finance Officer to join our warm, collaborative operations team. You will work closely with the Management Accountant and report to the Business Manager, supporting the financial administration of our growing school.
This is a great opportunity for someone with strong finance and payroll experience who values working in a values-based, child-centered educational environment.
We welcome applications from people seeking a permanent part-time role, and expressions of interest from independent contractors. Please indicate your preferred arrangement and availability in your application. Any contractor engagement would be considered separately and would need to suit the services required and how the work would be carried out.
About Us
Nestled on the edge of tranquil bushland in the beachside city of Coffs Harbour, Casuarina Steiner School offers a holistic Steiner education to children aged from 12 months to 12 years. We foster curiosity, creativity and confidence through a curriculum that nurtures the head, heart and hands.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate employee data across payroll and HR systems
- Process fortnightly payroll, including timesheets, deductions, reimbursements, and superannuation
- Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, fee reversals, bursaries, statements, r…