Position Title: School Business Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Minarah College, Green Valley NSW

About Minarah College

Minarah College is a growing independent Islamic school committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing and strong Islamic values. Serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12, the College provides a nurturing, future-focused learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best, develop their individual strengths and build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to thrive both academically and personally.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and capable School Business Manager who combines strong technical accounting knowledge, financial governance expertise and sound commercial judgement with the ability to lead and influence outcomes.

The School Business Manager will be responsible for the strategic management and oversight of the College's finance, administration, operations and asset management functions. The successful candidate will oversee financial resources, property and assets, procurement, commercial partnerships, administrative processes and regulatory compliance.

The role will also involve developing long-term financial and asset management strategies, improving systems and processes, and driving operational efficiency to support the College's ongoing growth and development, including the upcoming Catherine Field campus.

The Business Manager will report directly to the Principal and Finance & Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities The School Business Manager will be responsible for implementing and managing the College's finance, administration, operations and asset management functions. Specifically, the roles and responsibilities will include:

- Leading the development and management of the College's annual budget in accordance with relevant Department of Education (State and Federal) policies and financial guidelines, working alongside the School Bursar.





- Assisting the Finance and Audit Committee with financial planning, forecasting, monitoring and reporting, in collaboration with the School Bursar.

- Overseeing procurement, contracts, administration, operations, finance, compliance and asset management.

- Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, financial policies and regulatory requirements.

- Overseeing financial reporting and providing accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making.

- Managing the College's financial resources, property transactions, asset performance and commercial partnerships.

- Developing and implementing long-term asset management strategies, including asset lifecycle planning and maintenance.

- Leading financial processes, systems improvements and operational efficiencies across the College.

- Providing leadership and oversight of relevant administrative and operational teams.

- Supporting the College's strategic growth and future developments, including the upcoming Catherine Field campus.

Key Selection Criteria & Attributes

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.

- Proven experience in a similar Business Manager or senior financial management role, preferably within an independent K–12 school setting.

- Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial management and budgeting expertise.

- Demonstrated experience in financial planning, forecasting, reporting and financial governance.

- High-level organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.





- Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.

- The ability to lead, manage and oversee administrative processes and staff.

- Demonstrated experience in procurement, contracts, operations and asset management.

- A commitment to compliance, governance, accountability and continuous improvement.

- The ability to exercise sound judgement, work independently and manage competing priorities.

- A commitment to the values and ethos of the College.

- Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement.

- Full Australian working rights.

How to Apply

Please do not apply via SEEK, as applications submitted through SEEK will not be considered.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter directly to @minarahboard.nsw.edu.au.

Applicants should submit

1. A current Curriculum Vitae; and
2. A covering letter addressing the key selection criteria and outlining their suitability for the position.

Applications should provide clear evidence of financial leadership, strategic budgeting and forecasting, financial governance, compliance, operational management, procurement, asset management and the ability to lead teams and support the College's ongoing growth and development.

Candidates must have full Australian working rights at the time of application. Previous applicants need not apply.

Minarah College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Minarah College is an equal prospect employer and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

For more information about Minarah College, please visit our website at www.minarah.nsw.edu.au

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