Canberra Girls’ Grammar School Hiring for Assistant Accountant Job at Canberra Full Time

Assistant Accountant

Applications for this position close: 9.00am, Monday 6 September 2021
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Full-time permanent role
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Manage a diverse range of tasks
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Professional and supportive environment

Who we are

Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS) is an independent non-selective Anglican school with an enrolment

of approximately 1,400 students. The School has a strong reputation as a leader in the education of girls.

Our intent is to develop young women that are well-educated and who insist on living ethically and purposely.

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated, supportive and innovative team in a School committed to

excellence.

The Role

We are seeking applications for this full-time, ongoing position to commence as soon as possible. The

Assistant Accountant role is part of the Finance Team and is responsible for providing support to the School

and the Director (Finance & Risk) with the day to day operation of the School’s financial and accounting

functions, processes and reporting. This includes producing and contributing to regular monthly reporting

functions, compilation of and reporting against the School’s budget and assisting with reporting and

processes to ensure that the School meets all financial regulatory and reporting requirements.

As a member of the School’s support staff, the Assistant Accountant is also responsible for the quality and

management of their own work in line with School expectations.

It will be an advantage if you can demonstrate:
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Highly developed analytical skills
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Ability to manage multiple and complex deliverables on a daily basis
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Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to think innovatively and solve problems

Qualifications in Accounting or CA / CPA or progress towards one of these qualifications would be highly

regarded.

Applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Vulnerable People check prior to commencing

employment.

Applications

Further information, including the position description can be found on the School’s website

https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/. Applications should be made via the online application form on the

Employment page of our website https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/. Please ensure you upload your

documents as PDF files.

Applications should include a current resume and short cover letter. Queries regarding this position should

be directed via email to [email protected]. Please note that applications cannot be accepted

via the employment email address.