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An exciting opportunity exists for a Group Accountant to join the Catholic Education Office (CEO), Darwin. Are you an experienced financial accountant with an inquisitive mind and strong problem solving skills? Do you have a passion for streamlining financial processes and driving procedural change? Do you want to be part of an organisation that prioritises culture in its vision and Catholic values in everyday business life? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Group Accountant in our CEO Finance on our team!

About us:

Catholic Education Northern Territory (CENT) operates 18 Catholic schools across the Northern Territory — from Early Learning to Secondary — including five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre, and five remote schools. Our schools are places of learning, connection, and growth, guided by the values of Wisdom, Justice, Courage, Compassion, and Love. The Catholic Education Office is located in Berrimah.

The Position:

Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, the Group Accountant plays a vital role in supporting financial operations across the Catholic Education Office and schools. This position is responsible for day-to-day financial management, preparation of reports, and delivery of financial improvement projects to strengthen governance and systems across the organisation.

This is a full-time permanent position commencing immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

As Group Accountant, you will:

Manage financial improvement projects

Prepare and consolidate Education Trust accounts.

Coordinate audit requirements and statutory returns, including FBT.

Support budget preparation and consolidation across the group.

Manage day-to-day finance activities, including month-end and year-end processes.

Provide guidance and training to Finance team members on financial processes and systems.

Full details are outlined in the position description within the Application Package.

About you:

We are looking for a Group Accountant who:

Holds tertiary qualifications in Accounting and is a CA or CPA.

Has strong experience in financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

Demonstrates excellent analytical, problem-solving, and compliance skills.

Communicates effectively and builds strong professional relationships.

Has the ability to maintain high standards across a complex, multi-site organisation.

Lives and breathes Catholic values and is an active member of a Eucharistic community. We also welcome applications from individuals of other faiths who are deeply committed to our values and actively engage in their own faith communities.

This position may involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with legislation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Why work for Catholic Education NT?

Competitive salary $100,000 to $110,000 + super

Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900 (CENT is a FBT rebatable employer)

In-house salary sacrificing childcare benefits

Working hours from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, 35 hours week

5 weeks Annual Leave plus additional leave entitlements (personal/carer’s, parental, family, ceremonial, etc.)

Discounted School Fees for children attending Catholic schools

Free on-site parking

How to Apply

Click the link below to download the application package.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter, addressing the essential criteria in the Position Description.

For external applicants: https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&token=9257cb06-8914-4bc1-812d-3bc4ba781ab6

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 7 November 2025

The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.

If you require more information, please contact Recruitment on (08) 8984 1400.