We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Business Services team in a 12-month parental leave replacement position.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the School's financial records and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting.
About the Role:
- 12-month parental leave contract
- Part time 0.80 FTE (4 days p/w)
You will contribute across a broad range of accounting functions including:
- General ledger maintenance and reconciliations
- Financial reporting and year-end audit preparation
- Fixed asset register management and capital expenditure reporting
- Preparation of BAS and other statutory reporting requirements
- Support for annual government financial reporting obligations
- Management of philanthropic and scholarship reporting
- Debtor administration, fee billing and receivables management
- Accounts payable support and payment processing
- Accounting support for the Merton Hall Foundation
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or a related discipline
- CA or CPA qualification
- Demonstrated experience in a similar accounting role
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations and compliance requirements
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Experience with Synergetic or similar school management systems will be highly regarded
- A current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check
Ready to Apply:
- Click apply and complete the form, submit your Resume and Cover letter (In PDF Format), addressed to the Acting Principal, Lynda Wall
- Applications will close 9am Monday 20 July 2026
- Review the FAQs on our website relating to submitting an application
All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.