Business Manager - St Mary's College, IPSWICH

Job Description

Business Manager - St Mary's College, IPSWICH Permanent $133,554 - $148,385 Position tenure: Permanent Weeks worked: Up to 52 weeks per year including school holidays Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement St Mary's College, Ipswich is a close-knit Catholic secondary College committed to the education of young women in the Mercy Tradition. We are a growing school community that has a current enrolment of approximately 700 students. The educational experiences offered are holistic and designed to be values-based and life-giving. In joining our community, you join supportive, collaborative, and professional colleagues who are dedicated to the best outcomes for each student. Explore our school website to learn more about us. We are seeking a Business Manager to support the Principal in the business management of the College. In this role, you will provide expertise and implement a wide variety of financial, administrative, and management functions. Duties include but are not limited to: Strategic management of the College’s financial resources Human resource advice and support Coordination of property and building maintenance activities General asset management Information technology planning and implementation Coordination of workplace health and safety Community relations and College development Management of school support staff General administration functions To be successful in this role you will have: Degree level qualification supported by appropriate commercial/educational experience At least three years’ experience in a supervisory role within finance and/or business administration Current working knowledge and understanding of accounting practices (including taxation), HR management, industrial relations, and WHS legislation, especially those related to the education sector Sound knowledge and understanding of the building and construction industry inclusive of current project management Sound understanding and working knowledge of management information systems Highly developed communication and consultation skills A relational leadership style, advanced computer skills, together with superior organisational skills Commitment to and support for the College ethos and Mission A cover letter addressing the criteria outlined above should be included with your application. To be eligible to be considered for this role you will: Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment Have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education Estimated start date: Commencing Feb 2025 Closing date: 09-Feb-2025 Contact: Paula Goodwin Contact number: 0734325444 Contact email: Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility . Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr