‘WORK FROM HOME’

About the organisation

Good to Great Schools Australia (GGSA) partners with schools and school systems to support school improvement along a journey from Poor to Fair, Fair to Good and Good to Great.

GGSA has developed an innovative education model to give every child the opportunity to develop to their full potential. GGSA assists schools to tailor a package that meets the needs of their students, teachers, school and community. GGSA provides the information and guidance a school needs to support their implementation.

GGSA has an experienced team of professionals who support the school team, students and parents. Schools and individual professionals can access training, coaching, data monitoring and tools to develop into great teachers delivering effective instruction to every child and to continually improve on the journey to becoming a great school.

About the role

The Bookkeeper plays an important part in the ability of the organisation to realise its financial objectives. The incumbent requires a strong knowledge of financial systems and skills in financial accounting and management and current software programs (e.g. XERO, Employment Hero and platforms such as Up works to manage contractors). The major accountabilities of the position are financial and accounting management, taxation, payroll and audit preparation. The role works under the direction of an experienced Financial Controller.

Essential criteria

The ideal applicant will have the following key qualifications/capabilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of accounting and financial administration; including the processing of invoices, financial transactions to cost centers, reconciliation of accounts, BAS statement preparation, contribution to internal financial reporting preparation, credit card transactions, data risk minimisation, compliance and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the management of the payroll function including the administration of superannuation, salary sacrifice, and relevant statutory obligations.
• Advanced skills and experience in Microsoft (Excel) software, Employment Hero and Upworks.
• Must have experience in Xero accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail ensuring methodical and accurate financial administrative policies and practices are adhered to.
• Strong conceptual skills including the ability for analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to work independently with strong organisational and time management skills.
• High level verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a Working with Children ‘Blue Card’ and Police Check

Desirable skills

• Formal accounting or financial administration qualifications or progression towards these qualifications.
• Previous experience in not-for-profit organisations or educational institutions with remote locations and services within those locations.

The role is engaged through contractor term only, with an attractive package, offering long term engagement and above market salary for the right candidate.

How to Apply

Applicants need to submit a resume and an application letter through the link that addresses the essential selection criteria above. GGSA does not consider applications that do not address the selection criteria.