Queensland Government Hiring for Finance Officer, Kelvin Grove State College Job at Brisbane Full Time

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About the School: Kelvin Grove State College is a Prep to 12 College located in inner city Brisbane leading the way in innovation and State education. The school has exceptional academic and university programs, digital technology and entrepreneurial programs, and futures-focused industry partnerships and pathways equipping students with the skills and knowledge required to meet the global challenges of the future.

About the Role: As the Finance Officer you will have responsibility for the following:

• In accordance with legislative requirements, departmental policy and procedures and schools strategic and operational plans, provide advice on the management of financial matters for the school to the Business Manager and/or Principal and school management team to ensure the sound management of school funds.
• Provide advice, in accordance with departmental policy and procedures on a range of financial matters, including school financial reporting, budget management, procurement management, banking, accounts receivable and payable processing, debt collection and asset management and accounting for commercial activities.
• Actively implement and align financial management practices with the strategic direction of the school.
• Resolve problems and assist in the development and implementation of initiatives, policies, processes and systems for effective and efficient administration of financial services.
• Provide analysis and advice in relation to funding issues impacting on the development and management of budgets.
• Train staff in the work unit and other school employees to ensure that the services provided support the educational activities of the school.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

To apply please attach the following:

• A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
• A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under the ‘How you will be assessed’ section in the attached role description.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.