Accountant

Overview

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.

Role Details

• 12-month parental leave contract
• Part-time 0.80 FTE (4 days per week)

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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