Part- time Financial Accountant

The Company

Work for one of Victoria's most respected co-educational schools, supporting the Finance Team as they drive operational change and efficiency.

The purpose of the contract role is to support the wider Finance Team while they undertake an operational change. It is responsible for managing and overseeing financial and accounting operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial control. The role works closely with the Finance Team and other departments, reporting to the Finance Manager and being accountable to senior leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain general ledger, chart of accounts, fixed assets, and capital expenditure; ensure accurate allocation of income and expenditure within budget.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements, reports, reconciliations, and journals in line with accounting standards and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate audits, statutory reporting (BAS, FBT, funding acquittals, surveys), and ensure timely submission of all compliance obligations.
• Analyse cost centres and financial data to identify variances, support decision‑making, and improve financial controls.
• Support and back up the Finance Team and Finance Manager, including accounts receivable, payments, reporting, and committee deliverables.
• Contribute to system improvements, staff training, and digital transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• CA/CPA qualified is a must
• 5 + years experience
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced computer literacy, ERP experience (Synergetic desirable)
• Exceptional ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively across all levels both internally and externally.
• WWCC - can be obtained during process

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