<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Braddon, ACT<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time, permanent (42 hours per fortnight)<br><strong>Salary: </strong>$68,366 + Superannuation (based on skills and experience)&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;TBA<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm, Wednesday 30 June 2021&nbsp;</p> <p><br>Merici College is an all girls’ 7-12 Catholic college committed to excellence in the education of girls, striving to assist all students to develop their potential academically, spiritually, culturally, physically and socially through innovative programs. Merici College is an IB World School, authorized to offer the Diploma Program (Years 11-12) and in the process of candidacy for the Middle Years Program (Year 7-10).<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are currently seeking a <strong>Finance Officer</strong>&nbsp;to join our inclusive team.&nbsp;Under the direction of the Business Manager, the Finance Officer (FO) role is primarily concerned with processing and follow-up of all College creditors including all aspects of their financial and administrative housekeeping – as well as other general and sundry financial duties.</p> <p>The FO will assist the Business Manager in efficient running of the College and maintain the College Receipting, General Ledger, School Fees/Sundry Debtors and Accounts Payable systems by performing the following duties <br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Respect of and a commitment to the College’s Catholic ethos and a willingness to foster it in the College Community.<br><br></li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills including empathy, good listening skills and the ability to negotiate and liaise with parents, staff or students.<br><br></li> <li>Relevant qualifications and/or experience and a willingness to undertake professional development.<br><br></li> <li>The ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to exercise discretion and sound judgement.&nbsp;<br><br></li> <li>Demonstrated organisational skills including the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and use initiative.<br><br></li> <li>Ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively, within a busy environment.<br><br></li> <li>The ability to use a level of technology appropriate to the position and/or a willingness to learn other position specific software and highly developed attention to detail.<br><br></li> </ul> <p><em>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.<br></em><br><em><br></em><strong>Application Process<br><br></strong>Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.<br><br>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the Position Description.<br><br>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.<br><br>For further information about the School please visit our <a href="https://www.merici.act.edu.au/">website</a><span>.</span> Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a><span>.<br><br></span><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact Lauren Frankham on 02 6243 4100 or via email <span><a href="mailto:Lauren.Frankham@merici.act.edu.au">Lauren.Frankham@merici.act.edu.au</a></span><br><br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on&nbsp;02 6234 5427 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/497574/finance-officer-merici-college-braddon-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>