<ul><li>Are you a recent University accounting graduate looking to embark on a successful career path?</li><li>Would you enjoy working in a role where your contribution is valued and appreciated by your peers? </li><li>Do you like working in a supportive team with mentors who care? </li></ul><p> Catholic Education Melbourne (CEM) is a dynamic education service provider to 335 Catholic primary, secondary and special schools in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. More than 450 staff work across the head office in East Melbourne and four regional offices in the North, East, South and West. CEM provides services to schools in areas as diverse as Curriculum, RE, Finance, ICT, Marketing and Communications, Student Wellbeing, Legal, Planning and Industrial Relations. This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. </p><h4> ABOUT THE POSITION </h4><p>Due to an internal promotion within the Business Advisory Services team, a vacancy has come up for a Graduate Accountant. The objective of the role is to assist in the financial reporting, analysis and business compliance obligations for Catholic Education Melbourne. The position requires a demonstrated knowledge of accounting concepts and a commitment to develop strong computer and numerical skills. </p><h4>TO BE SUCCESSFUL </h4><p>Applicants will require a degree in accounting or similar business qualifications, as well as an intention to study for a professional accounting qualification (preferably CA, CPA). Employees are provided with a professional development budget to support further study and professional development. Having strong analytical, written and problem solving skills, an ability to be a fast learner and willingness to show initiative will be essential to your success in this role. </p><p>The successful applicant will also be subject to a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check. </p><h4>SELECTION CRITERIA </h4><p>Please refer to the relevant position description provided on the Catholic Education Melbourne website for the Key Selection Criteria. </p><h4>WHATS IN IT FOR YOU? </h4><ul><li>Generous salary and conditions</li><li>Professional development opportunities</li><li>Work/Life balance</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><h4>HOW TO APPLY </h4><p>Further information about the position including a detailed position description and application requirements can be accessed via the <a href="https://www.cem.edu.au/Work-in-our-schools/Job-Search.aspx" rel="nofollow">Job Search</a> tab on the CEM website at <a href="http://www.cem.edu.au" rel="nofollow">www.cem.edu.au</a>, and entering the position title in the ‘Keyword’ search field.   </p><p> </p><h5>Applicants need to provide: </h5><ol><li>a separate statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria</li><li>a cover letter</li><li>an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae</li><li>two employment references upon request.</li></ol><p> </p><p>Applications can be uploaded via the ‘Apply’ tab on the Catholic Education Melbourne website. All inquiries can be directed to the Recruitment Officer at <a href="http://recruitment&#64;cem.edu.au" rel="nofollow">recruitment&#64;cem.edu.au</a> or (03) 9267 0228. </p><h4>APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4pm Monday 20 July 2020</h4><h4><br /></h4><h4> </h4><p>In applying for a position with Catholic Education Melbourne (CEM), you will be asked to provide certain personal information to enable your application to be considered. Any personal information that is provided to CEM in relation to an application for employment will be handled in accordance with CEM’s obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). To find out more about how CEM handles personal information, you are encouraged to read the <a href="https://www.cem.edu.au/About-Us/Policies/Privacy-Policy.aspx" rel="nofollow">CEM Privacy Policy</a> which can be found on the website.</p>