ACT Government Hiring for Finance Officer and Executive Assistant Job at Canberra Full Time

Hawker College is a public school in Belconnen catering to approximately 520 students completing their final two years of secondary education and offers a wide range of curriculum choices.

Hawker College is committed to learning and wellbeing progress for every student. We have high expectations for academic performance, participation, and behaviour. To ensure that students reach their full potential, we provide extensive services that support wellbeing, study skills, employment capabilities and career planning.

School priorities

• All students master the essential skills and knowledge of their learning program
• Successful transitions and pathways for all students.

The Finance Officer/EA will support the school senior leadership by providing a high standard of executive assistance and administrative support to the Principal and executive staff. Additionally, the Finance Officer/EA will assist the Business Manager with financial reporting and budgeting, providing support in accounting and financial administration. The successful applicant will have the capacity to work with large quantities of data, have good attention to detail and the ability to manage and complete multiple tasks in a timely manner in collaboration with various stakeholders.

This role is vital to the daily operation of the school. As part of the Administration team, the Finance Officer/EA will work closely with the school Senior Executive; they will collaborate with the school’s Business Manager and Receipts Officer in managing school finance and providing support to the Senior Executive.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working With Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/1804

Note: This position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Applicants should provide written responses that address the numbered Selection Criteria located in the Position Description. Limit responses to 300 words (max) per criteria. Please also attach a current curriculum vitae; and a list of referees.

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