Xavier Catholic College

At Xavier Catholic College, we live the qualities which reflect the work and life of Jesus Christ. We are called to be challenged, compassionate, collaborative, courageous and Christ-like. The 5 Cs are our set of values which we ask our whole community to embrace in their day to day life.

To find out more about Xavier Catholic College, click here.

About Albury

On the historic banks of the Murray River, the charming twin towns of Albury and Wodonga offer a delicious food scene, endless outdoor adventure and a thriving arts culture.

Albury Wodonga is a place where unfiltered, uncomplicated, refreshing connections just happen, naturally. To find out more about Albury Wodonga, click here.

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

The Finance Officer supports the Business Manager and the Principal in providing financial services to sustain the operations of the school community. This Leader has a key role to play at the operational level of the school in supporting the financial and fiscal responsibilities of the school. In these matters, this position works closely with and is responsible to the Principal and Business Manager. This position needs to be adaptable and able to cope with change and unexpected events as they arise. Additionally the Finance Leadership communicates effectively for all stakeholders, uses discretion and judgement to plan and organise their work and the work of others, is able to problem solve and displays expertise to making decisions. This role engages in accounts receivable, payable and debtors.

Position Description Attached

What We Can Offer

Full-Time, Permanent Position

Commencing ASAP

Discounted Bupa Health insurance

Salary Packaging through Maxxia

Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology

Salary: Level 5: $92, 406 per year - Unaveraged (works in school breaks)

Essential Requirements

Experience in the management of financial records and accounting processes

An ability to respond to complex and challenging financial situations and support families to work with the school to achieve success

An ability to identify and resolve problems, with the attention to detail required to meet the financial reporting obligations of the school

Experience in a variety of IT systems and software in order to meet the accounting and administrative needs of the school

Experience in a school setting would be an advantage

Provide exceptional customer service and case management to support the needs of
the school and the customer

Respectfully engage in the confidential record keeping required by the role

Demonstrate exceptional organisation and time management skills to deliver KPI’s efficiently and effectively

Experience or qualification in Business or Financial management

Current Drivers License

NSW Working with Children Check

Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check

Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.

Applications & Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Ingrid Hopwood on 02 60406388 and [email protected]

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience against the selection criteria or position description.

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.

Applications Close Thursday 10th July 2025

"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"

"CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"