Position: Finance Manager
Commencement Date: As soon as able
Employment Status: Full-Time
TEC Range: $172,329 - $191,470 inclusive of 12.75% superannuation
Applications Close: 17 October 2025

About us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the position of Finance Manager at the Catholic Education Office, Rockhampton. This a full-time position for an immediate commencement or as negotiated with the successful applicant.

The Finance Manager is a key role within CEDR, responsible for overseeing the financial services function of CEDR and ensuring the financial sustainability and performance of the organisation. CEDR comprises 8 Colleges, 31 Primary Schools and 10 Kindergartens, and is supported by the Catholic Education Office. Reporting to the Assistant Director: Business and Strategy, this position will lead the financial governance of CEDR, making significant contributions to resource planning and procurement strategies that align with our mission.

This role calls for an inspiring and innovative leader, with strong technical skills and an eye for continuous improvement.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• An understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education.
• Well-developed presentation, written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Professional membership of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA), Certified Practicing Accountants Australia (CPA), Institute of Public Accountants (MIPA) or recognised by another professional accounting body having equivalent requirements for membership.
• Demonstrated success in a designated Head of Finance role, within a complex and decentralised organisation.
• Demonstrated success in the leadership and execution of financial and procurement management strategies to improve operational effectiveness of an organisation in the medium to long term.

What we offer.

• Competitive salary range - $172,329 - $191,470 inclusive of 12.75% superannuation
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Modern facilities and resources
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Hold relevant qualifications as listed above.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner, including some travel to schools within the Diocese.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

• Complete the application below.
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools .
• Upload a current resume and cover letter that addresses the skills, attributes and experience in line with the requirements of the role including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees.
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Amanda Houston, Assistant Director: Business and Strategy, Catholic Education Office, 07 4994 8000.
• Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [email protected]
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 17 October 2025.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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