Perth Waldorf School (Bibra Lake) invites applications for Finance Officer - Accounts Payable (Part-Time 0.66 FTE 25 hours pw) - Mon – Fri 9am – 2.00pm (Negotiable) - Commencing ASAP

About the role: The ideal candidate will be an energetic individual eager to join the school’s Finance team and work as an Accounts Payable officer. They will be someone who works well with everyone and willingly supports others, outside their role, where needed. The person is systems focussed and is willing to learn and grow. Taking initiative and looking for efficiencies will be highly regarded. The ability to work with uncertainty and be a part of the solution is vital.

Positive leadership and mentorship will be provided.

There is some limited flexibility in the rostered hours and working during school holidays.

Approximate salary range $72k - $78 k (pro-rata) plus 12% Super, dependent on experience.

The school setting is pleasant, and the staff are friendly and appreciative. We are building a strong team and look forward a healthy period of stability.

Essential Criteria:

- Previous experience in a finance team.
- Xero experience and proficiency
- Accuracy in data entry
- A passion for numbers
- Able to use Microsoft Office and other software or learn quickly is important
- Flexibility and being a team player
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
- Reliable
- Positive confident attitude and a willingness to learn
- Working with Children Check or a willingness to apply
- Right to work in Australia

Desirable Criteria:





- We have another campus in the Perth Hills and being willing to engage with that campus team and the development of their processes, will be a highly valued
- Understanding of independent schools and how they work
- Willingness to engage in the life of the school and its ethos

Where: The school is located in a bushland setting in the southern suburbs of Perth, Australia (approx. 20 minutes from the CBD). Nearby is the popular and cosmopolitan town of Fremantle and the school is only 15 minutes from the coast. We provide a full Steiner curriculum from Playgroup to Class 12. We also have a separate campus being developed for Class 7 to 12 in Parkerville. This position will be subject to a three-month review and a six-month probation period.

A can be found at https://pws.wa.edu.au/our-school/work-with-us/

“At Perth Waldorf School we are committed to promoting the safety, health and wellbeing of children and young people and expect all school staff, parents, students, volunteers and visitors to the school to share that commitment.”

How to apply

Written applications, including a CV, a one-page cover letter and email addresses of two referees, should be marked ‘Private & Confidential’ and forwarded to:

The Executive Director - email: [email protected]

Applications close 9am, Monday 19th October 2026, however, Perth Waldorf School reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date or to re-advertise.

📌 Finance Officer - Accounts Payable (Part-Time 0.66 FTE 25 hours pw) (Bibra Lake)
🏢 Perth Waldorf School
📍 Bibra Lake