Project Accountant

Edmund Rice Education Australia Flexible Schools Ltd

Sydney, NSW 


Finance / Accounts

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 10 October 2023



<p><b>ABOUT US: </b></p> <p>Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd educates over 2,200 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and serves young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, in which the principles of operation (Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe &amp; Legal) are embedded.</p> <p>As a part of the broader EREA family, the organisation is shaped by the four touchstones of the EREA Charter: Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, Liberating Education, and Justice and Solidarity.</p> <p>EREA Flexible Schools Ltd is a new organisation, having formally come into effect on 1 January 2023. As such, 2023 is a time of transition and establishment, with a need for the development of new teams, structures, processes and systems.</p> <p><b>ABOUT THE ROLE: </b></p> <p>This is a rare opportunity for an inspired Project Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, values-focused organisation with multiple competing priorities. Working closely with the Senior Accountant and Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for finance projects. This role requires a degree of decision-making and judgement whilst successfully cultivating positive working relationships. The successful candidate will embrace the EREA Flexible School Ltd key principles of honesty, respect, participation, safe &amp; legal. The successful candidate will operate with the passion of supporting the young people educated by EREA Flexible Schools Ltd at the heart of everything they do.</p> <p><b><i>This is a fixed-term (12 months) position with the possibility of extension. </i></b></p> <p>To view the Position Description, please click 'Apply for job' to access our external application portal.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>KEY ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE: </b></p> <ul> <li>Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.</li> <li>Finance project type experience.</li> <li>Formal tertiary Accounting / Business qualification with CA or CPA.</li> <li>Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge.</li> <li>Demonstrated an ability to adapt to new and changing environments.</li> <li>Leadership experience across multiple business or department functions, fostering strong relationships to motivate, guide and develop individuals to optimise staff engagement and future growth.</li> <li>Demonstrated extensive financial knowledge of the business operations within a large, complex organisation.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to successfully engage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.</li> <li>Willingness to travel inter-state to other school sites as required.</li> </ul> <p><b>WHAT WE OFFER: </b></p> <p>Our people are our most valuable asset in providing quality Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition to the young people in our schools. As an EREA Flexible Schools Ltd employee, you will receive:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary structure</li> <li>As an employee of a PBI (Public Benevolent Institution) you will have the opportunity to salary sacrifice and increase your take-home pay</li> <li>Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Connection to a national and global network of Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition</li> </ul> <p><b>HOW TO APPLY: </b></p> <p>To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.</p> <p>For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Anna Thompson, Chief Financial Officer, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:careers@ereafsn.edu.au?subject=Project%20Accountant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>careers@ereafsn.edu.au</a>.?subject=Project%20Accountant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:careers@ereafsn.edu.au?subject=Project%20Accountant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">careers@ereafsn.edu.au</a>.</p> <p></p> <p><b>APPLICATIONS CLOSE 9AM (AEST) TUESDAY 10 OCTOBER 2023 </b></p> <p><i>The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check. </i></p> <p><i>All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. </i></p> <p><i>Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. </i></p> <p><i>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. </i></p> <p><i>Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p>

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