Job Description

Position: Finance Assistant (School Fees)
n Commencement Date: As soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant
n Employment Status: Term-time continuing
n Hours per week: 25 hpw
n Hourly Rate: $37.01 to $38.17 (pending experience)
n Applications Close: Monday, 31 August 2026

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About us

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Chanel College is a contemporary and vibrant educational community in Gladstone, Central Queensland. At the heart of all that we do, is a commitment to Catholic values and the provision of a high-quality education within an environment that is supportive and caring. With an enrolment of 874 students, Chanel college offers an cutting-edge curriculum with a comprehensive range of subject choices, catering for both academic and vocational pathways.

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Our staff come from diverse backgrounds, and we value the knowledge and skills that each person brings to his/her specific role within our community, as through the sharing of our giftedness, we work together to provide a quality, Catholic education for all students.

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Your Role

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Chanel College is seeking a vibrant, efficient, and energetic person for the position of Finance Assistant (School Fees). This is a term-time continuing position for 25 hpw (or as negotiated with the successful applicant), commencing as soon as possible (or as negotiated with the successful applicant).

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The Finance Assistant will apply a depth of knowledge and a broad range of skills which facilitate the financial management and administration of the college.

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Typical duties performed include, but are not limited to:

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- Practicing confidentiality in relation to all aspects of the role
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- Working within school guidelines and procedures and in consultation with the Principal, undertake the collection of outstanding debts.
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- Follow up on overdue family fee accounts as required according to the relevant school procedures and maintain the confidentiality of all debtors.
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- Build rapport and trusted relationships with families to assist in developing tailored solutions to allow them the opportunity to meet financial commitments.
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- Manage EasyPay payments - calculate instalment payment amounts, process payments and returns and recalculate instalment amounts where required.
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- Determine eligibility to school fee discounts, calculate and process all fee discounts.
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- Assist in the administration of applications for fee concessions.
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- Monitor the eligibility and expiry of Concession Cards. Prepare accounts for school fees and sundry items.
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- Assist with counter and telephone enquiries from parents regarding school fee/excursion payments.
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- Oversee accounts payable and administer the weekly payment schedule.
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- Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable, accounts payable and the general ledger using the TASS program.
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For more information, please review the Position Description.

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About you

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The successful applicant will have an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic education. In addition you will have excellent time management skills,



well developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills.

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Previous experience in a busy school office would be advantageous.

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What we offer

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- Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 4
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- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
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- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
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- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
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- Access to Fitness Passport
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- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
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- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
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- Modern facilities and resources
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Mandatory Requirements

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- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
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- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
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- Australian work rights
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Further information

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- For a confidential conversation please contact Danielle Hill, Chanel College, Gladstone on 07 4994 8900.
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- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [email protected]
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- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
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Applications Close: Monday, 31 August 2026

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Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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