<p>An exciting opportunity exists for a Finance Officer to join the Catholic Education Office (CEO) in Darwin.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About us:</strong></p> <p>Catholic Education NT (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.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The position:</strong></p> <p>The Finance Officer – Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools is responsible for providing high quality and timely financial and payroll services to Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools (ACCS).</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The role works closely with school Principals, the ACCS Finance Manager and internal stakeholders to support effective financial operations, accurate reporting and strong financial governance across schools.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>This is a full-time permanent position, with commencement negotiable.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>As Finance Officer, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Assist Principals and the ACCS Finance Manager with the preparation of annual and forward budgets, and provide regular reporting against budgets.</li> <li>Process purchase orders, accounts payable and accounts receivable in a timely manner.</li> <li>Maintain effective relationships with suppliers, school-based staff and Catholic Education Office employees.</li> <li>Reconcile bank accounts and ledger accounts, ensuring accurate coding of transactions.</li> <li>Maintain asset registers, including recording acquisitions, disposals and depreciation.</li> <li>Prepare month-end reconciliations and financial workbooks.</li> <li>Monitor school cash flow requirements and emerging financial needs.</li> <li>Provide periodic financial reports and assist with financial queries and analysis.</li> <li>Prepare school ledgers for audit and respond to audit queries.</li> <li>Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS).</li> <li>Provide relief support to finance staff across the office and schools as required.</li> <li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, policies and procedures.</li> <li>Travel to remote communities as required.</li> <li>Assist with finance projects and other duties as directed.</li> </ul> <p>Full details of the role and requirements can be found in the Position Description within the Application Package.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About you:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for someone who:</p> <ul> <li>Holds a tertiary qualification in accounting.</li> <li>Demonstrates experience in financial and accounting operations.</li> <li>Has the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</li> <li>Communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels.</li> <li>Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail.</li> <li>Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.</li> <li>Works collaboratively as part of a team.</li> <li>Understands and supports the ethos of Catholic education.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why work for Catholic Education NT?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Salary of $90,000 to $95,000 plus superannuation</li> <li>35-hour working week (8:30am – 4:30pm)</li> <li>Five weeks annual leave plus additional leave entitlements</li> <li>Salary packaging and novated leasing options</li> <li>Employee rewards program (discounts at 450+ retailers)</li> <li>Discounted school fees for eligible employees</li> <li>Professional development opportunities</li> <li>Free onsite parking</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Click the link below to download the application package and apply:</p> <p><strong>External applicants:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=2512be7b-e8b0-4081-8f95-78f5257bc4d2" rel="nofollow"><u>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=2512be7b-e8b0-4081-8f95-78f5257bc4d2</u></a>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>CENT employees:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=82a9c91e-14b5-453d-b9b1-9bec40dd61c5&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES" rel="nofollow"><u>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=82a9c91e-14b5-453d-b9b1-9bec40dd61c5&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES</u></a>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in the Position Description.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For more information, contact Recruitment on (08) 8984 1400.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close: 7 May 2026</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.</p>