St John Bosco College invites applications from suitably qualified and values-driven professionals for the position of Assistant Business Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking to broaden their leadership capability and gain valuable experience in school business management within a Catholic education environment. Working closely with the Business Manager, the Assistant Business Manager plays a key role in supporting the financial sustainability and operational effectiveness of the College through leadership of finance operations, payroll administration, financial reporting and business processes.

As a well-established and growing K–12 Catholic College, St John Bosco College is entering an exciting phase of development. The Assistant Business Manager supports the stewardship of the College's financial resources and contributes to robust governance, accountability and continuous improvement across business operations. The role also provides leadership and support to finance and administration staff, making it an excellent opportunity for an aspiring future Business Manager to further develop their professional and leadership experience.

Applications close: Monday 26 October, 8:00am

Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Peter Sackett, and submitted to ••••@stjohnbosco.wa.edu.au

Applicants are invited to submit the following:

-Current Curriculum Vitae.

-The names and contact details of at least three professional referees.

-A cover letter addressed to the principal outlining:

- their interest in and motivation for applying for the position;

- their alignment with the mission and values of Catholic education and the Salesian charism of St John Bosco College;

- their experience,



skills and leadership capabilities relevant to the role;

- examples demonstrating their financial expertise, leadership experience and ability to contribute to organisational improvement; and

- their capacity to address the key aspects of the selection criteria.

Essential Criteria

The successful applicant will:

- Demonstrated commitment to the ethos and mission of Catholic education.

- Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.

- Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, budgeting, reporting and financial administration.

- Demonstrated experience leading or supervising staff.

- Strong understanding of accounting standards, financial controls and governance requirements.

- Highly developed analytical, organisational and communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement.

- Current Working with Children Check and Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School, or willingness to obtain accreditation.

Desired Criteria

- Qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).

- Experience in a school, Catholic education or not-for-profit environment.

- Experience with CEWA financial systems, including Administration of Schools (AOS).

- Experience assisting with payroll administration and compliance processes.

- Experience supporting audits, financial planning and business improvement initiatives.

- Experience leading operational or administrative teams.

For further information including how to apply, please visit the St John Bosco College website at

https://www.stjohnbosco.wa.edu.au/employment/, email ••••@stjohnbosco.wa.edu.au or contact the Business Manager, Mr Dennis Garac on 9234 9600.

📌 Assistant Business Manager (Piara Waters)
🏢 St John Bosco College
📍 Piara Waters