Position: Capital Accountant Commencement Date: As soon as possible (as negotiated with the successful applicant) Employment Status: Full-time continuing Salary Range: $122,216 to $135,125 (pending experience) + *****% superannuation paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale.
Applications Close: Friday, 11 September **** About us Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland.
With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional and career development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability.
We celebrate diversity in our workforce and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to the workplace.
Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis on caring and supporting staff in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of their lives.
Your Role Applications are invited for the full-time continuing position of Capital Accountant , based in Rockhampton, commencing as soon as possible.
The successful applicant will provide specialist leadership and expertise in the financial stewardship of capital resources across Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton.
Working closely with school leaders, project managers and diocesan staff, they will oversee the effective financial management of capital works, fixed assets and funding arrangements, ensuring compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and diocesan policies while contributing to the delivery of strategic capital initiatives.
The successful applicant will contribute to informed decision-making and strong financial governance by maintaining accurate capital records, providing timely financial analysis and supporting the planning and monitoring of capital projects.
Through collaboration, sound financial expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement, they will help strengthen asset management practices, optimise capital funding arrangements and enhance the sustainability of educational facilities and infrastructure across the Diocese.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to influence strategic capital outcomes and support the continued growth and development of Catholic education communities throughout the region.
Typical duties include, but are not limited: Advise on capital expenditure planning, including the development, review and monitoring of business cases and capital projects in progress; Apply Australian accounting standards to assess and appropriately allocate expenditure between capital and operating costs; Liaise with school leadership, project managers and diocesan staff to monitor project progress, cash flow requirements and funding timelines; Administer CEDR capital funding arrangements, including loan management, system support and capital grant funding; Manage the CEDR capital reserve including contribution levy collection, balance forecasting, and eligibility assessing for support; Maintain the integrity of all CEDR fixed asset registers through data discipline, data standardisation, and robust internal controls and regular validation processes; Perform other selected duties as directed by the Assistant Director: Business and Strategy and the Finance Manager.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
About you The successful applicant will hold a degree in accounting, business or equivalent,



have relevant experience and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the values of Catholic Education.
In addition, you will have excellent time management skills, well developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills.
CA or CPA member is highly desirable.
Experience in asset and project management is preferable.
We look forward to receiving your application and are confident that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.
What we offer Competitive salary range - $122,216 to $135,125 (pending experience) paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale.
Superannuation contribution of *****% Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable) Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance Access to Fitness Passport Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations Induction, professional development and learning opportunities Modern facilities and resources Mandatory Requirements A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act **** (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
Current Driver's Licence Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
Australian work rights Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton How to Apply Please review our How To Apply Online Guide Complete the application below.
Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools .
Upload a current resume and cover letter that addresses the skills, attributes and experience in line with the requirements of the role including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) qualified referees.
Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information For a confidential conversation please contact Jordan Mogg, Finance Manageron ************.
For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services ****** Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday, 11 September ****.
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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