Permanent Full Time — School Officer – Level 4

38 hours per week

Commencement: January 2027

Join a caring, Christ-centered community where relationships matter and your work makes a difference.

St James Lutheran College is a thriving learning community in the heart of Hervey Bay, providing high-quality education from Kindergarten to Year 12. We value strong relationships, a sense of belonging and the opportunity for every child to grow and flourish.

We are seeking an organised, service-oriented Finance Officer to join our College Administration team. With a primary focus on payroll and family fees, you will provide accurate, timely and confidential financial administration while supporting staff and families with professionalism and care.

As a valued member of St James, you will:

- Coordinate end-to-end payroll, including timesheets, leave, allowances, employee records and superannuation.

- Administer College fees and family accounts, including invoicing, receipting, reconciliations and debtor reporting.

- Communicate respectfully with families about account enquiries and payment arrangements, working with the Business Manager on overdue accounts.

- Provide accounts payable support from time to time, including invoice verification, supplier payments and reconciliations.

- Support financial processes, including reporting, audits, end-of-period procedures and other finance tasks as required.

- Maintain accurate records, clear processes and responsible handling of sensitive information.

Why St James?

What sets us apart is our genuine sense of community. Staff, students and families work in partnership to create an environment where everyone belongs. As part of our administrative and business support team, your work will help sustain the everyday operations of the College and reflect our values of service, integrity,



confidentiality and care.

About you

You bring relevant qualifications or demonstrated experience in finance, payroll, accounting or business administration, together with:

- Experience in payroll, accounts receivable, fees or debtor administration, accounts payable or a comparable finance role.

- Solid organisation, attention to detail and sound judgement, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently within delegated authority.

- Clear, respectful communication and the confidence to handle sensitive financial conversations with care.

- Competence in payroll, finance or accounting systems and standard office software.

- A commitment to the Christian ethos of Lutheran education and to child safety and wellbeing.

Experience in a school environment, payroll under an Enterprise Agreement or Award, and familiarity with TASS or similar school systems will be highly regarded.

To apply, visit our website for the full position description and selection criteria:https://www.stjameslc.qld.edu.au/our-school/employment

Please submit:

- Your CV, including qualifications and employment experiences, names and contact details of two referees
- A two page (max) written application addressing our key responsibilities

Applications to:

Michael Stock – Principal @stjameslc.qld.edu.au| (07) 4128 5

Applications should be addressed to the Principal at:

****@stjameslc.qld.edu.au

Applications close:



9am Tuesday 24th November 2026.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD AND CULTURAL SAFETY

St James Lutheran College is committed to providing environments where children and young people are safe, supported, respected and able to flourish. The safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people are our highest priority and are central to all decision-making.

The College has zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, neglect, exploitation, racism or discrimination in any form. We are committed to maintaining a culture of safeguarding through strong governance, effective policies and procedures, ongoing staff training and a shared commitment to protecting children and young people.

We recognise the importance of listening to and valuing the voices of children and young people and are committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive and welcoming environments where every child is treated with dignity and respect. Particular attention is given to ensuring the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people and those from diverse backgrounds.

All employees, volunteers, contractors and leaders share responsibility for promoting and maintaining child safe environments. Staff are expected to uphold the College's Child and Youth Risk Management Strategy, Child Safe Code of Conduct, student protection responsibilities and all legislative and regulatory child safety obligations, including mandatory reporting requirements.

Applicants for positions at St James Lutheran College must demonstrate a commitment to child safety and wellbeing, appropriate professional boundaries, and the capacity to contribute positively to a child-safe and culturally protected organisational culture.

📌 Finance Officer (Hervey Bay)
🏢 St James Lutheran College
📍 Hervey Bay