<p><strong>What is the Role?</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Finance Manager – Operations to join the leadership team. This senior operational position is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the School’s finance function, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and the delivery of strategic objectives.</p> <p>Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, you will work closely with the School Leadership Team and associated entities to provide timely financial insights, support informed decision-making, and drive continuous improvement across financial operations</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>As Finance Manager – Operations, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead all operational finance activities, including general ledger, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.</li> <li>Prepare and present monthly management reports, including financial analysis, variance reporting, and commentary.</li> <li>Coordinate the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting in collaboration with key stakeholders.</li> <li>Manage cash flow, financial controls, banking relationships, and asset registers.</li> <li>Prepare year-end financial statements and coordinate interim and annual external audits.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory, taxation, regulatory, banking, and governance requirements.</li> <li>Provide financial modelling, scenario planning, and strategic financial advice to support organisational decision-making.</li> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential:</strong></p> <p>To be successful in this role, you will bring:</p> <ul> <li>CA or CPA qualification.</li> <li>Significant experience in financial management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.</li> <li>Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, and develop high-performing teams.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a diverse school community.</li> <li>A high level of professional integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.</li> <li>Strong systems and technology skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li> <li>A current NSW Working With Children Check (paid employee).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in an independent school or not-for-profit environment</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>See here for further employment benefits at SACS </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/employment/">https://www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/employment/</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>To apply - select APPLY</strong></p> <p>Applications close<strong>:&nbsp; 20 August 2026</strong></p> <p><i>Please submit application as <strong>one document only</strong>, including cover letter, CV and any relevant credentials.</i></p> <p>Interviews will commence as suitable applications are received.</p> <p><strong>Why&nbsp;St Andrew's Cathedral School?&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Andrew’s Cathedral School was recently awarded the&nbsp;<strong>5 Star Employer of Choice 2025</strong>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<i>The Educator</i>&nbsp;for positive employee experience and a deeply supportive, collegiate culture. Every team member is known, valued and equipped to excel in their role.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p> <p>As an&nbsp;<strong>authentically Christian school in the Anglican tradition</strong>, Christian values underpin all areas of school life. Honesty, integrity, humility, respect, and service are foundational to our strong and hopeful learning community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Reflecting our Christian foundations, we are committed to nurturing the&nbsp;<strong>intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing&nbsp;</strong>of every student. Our goal is to develop students who think critically and creatively&nbsp; - hearts that love, minds that grow, and lives that give.</p> <p><strong>Child Safety Commitment</strong><br> We are committed to providing a&nbsp;<strong>child-safe environment</strong>&nbsp;through clear policies, procedures, and training. It is a condition of employment that all new staff must acknowledge understanding of the&nbsp;<strong>Child Safe Policy</strong>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<strong>Child Safe Codes of Conduct</strong>&nbsp;prior to commencing.</p> <p><br> All roles require a valid&nbsp;<strong>Working with Children Check</strong>&nbsp;in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 prior to commencement.</p> <p><i>For more information on Working with Children Checks, please visit the&nbsp;</i><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check"><i><strong>NSW Office of the Children's Guardian website</strong></i></a></p>