Finance Officer

Location: Brisbane, QLD
Role: Temporary

Utilise your MYOB experience in this rare opportunity

  • Temp role for two months, possibility of extension
  • MYOB experience essential
  • Start ASAP in St Lucia

Our client is seeking a Finance Officer to join their team on a temporary part-time, basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who values purpose-driven work and enjoys being part of a vibrant residential college community for young women.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Business and Operations, the Finance Officer provides high-quality financial, payroll and human resources administration and operational support to the College.

The role supports the ongoing development of robust financial and HR systems, ensures accurate and timely processing of transactions, and provides data-driven advice to support sound decision-making and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage accounts receivable and payable, supporting sustainable cash flow
  • Work with students and families to establish payment plans
  • Process scholarships, bursaries, fee remissions and discounts
  • Maintain donor and donation records
  • Prepare and process month-end journals and reconciliations
  • Prepare and submit statutory compliance returns (e.g. BAS, FBT, superannuation, WorkCover)
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
  • Maintain the asset register and support the digitisation of finance records
  • Support student fee management using the College’s residential management system (StarRez)
  • Prepare and process the fortnightly payroll, including superannuation
  • Maintain accurate HR records using Employment Hero
  • Assist with HR and payroll reporting
  • Coordinate onboarding and payroll for tutors
  • Manage Blue Card applications and records
  • Support the digitisation of HR records and documentation

You will bring

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, business administration or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Demonstrated experience in financial administration and payroll processing
  • Sound knowledge of accounting principles and compliance requirements
  • High attention to detail, integrity and professionalism
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with students, families and stakeholders
  • Excellent digital literacy, including Microsoft 365 and financial/HR systems
  • A collaborative, proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities

Experience working in an educational or nonprofit environment will be highly regarded.

To be considered for this role, please forward your cover letter and your resume in WORD format quoting reference number CFFODC to apply@windsor-group.com.au or contact Charlotte Falvey on 07 3211 0001.

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