Finance Manager (maternity leave role)

About Us

Penrith Christian School is a growing co-educational, independent Christian school for students from Early Learning to Year 12. We are a well-established and vibrant community for over 800 students located in Orchard Hills, adjacent to the M4 motorway.

Our motto of Strive for the Highest informs our practice and aspirations for our students. We value each student as being created by God with a unique purpose and plan for them as we deliver Christ-centred and rich learning experiences, enabling each to live significant and abundant lives. We focus on a whole-school approach that brings consistency through our bespoke Great Learning, Well People framework, where the learning, wellbeing, pastoral and spiritual needs of students is prioritised, and excellence is pursued.

About the Position

As the Finance Manager you will report to and work closely with the Business Manager, overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the school and leading our Finance team. Your key focus will be to ensure that the School’s financial processes operate effectively and efficiently to support the educational objectives and that appropriate budget control is maintained.

This opportunity is a maternity leave cover for approximately 12 months and our preferred start date is 22 April 2025.

A position description is available by emailing hr@pcs.nsw.edu.au.

About You

We are seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and collaborative candidate who is a committed Christian, actively involved in their local church.

Along with a Bachelor degree in Business/Accounting or similar and a current Working with Children Check you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:

• experience working with accounting software with proficiency in Excel
• experience working with database systems
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• demonstrated capacity to work as a team member
• flexibility and interest in working in an innovative and dynamic environment
• commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
• excellent ICT skills across a range of platforms

Benefits
We offer:

• Staff discount on school fees
• Opportunity for salary sacrifice purchases as well as novated leasing
• Work with an experienced and collegial team
• Professional learning opportunities and development
• Competitive salary
• Gymnasium on campus
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Applications close 4.00pm Friday 28 March 2025
Be an early applicant – Penrith Christian School reserves the right to begin the interview and offer process before the closing date.

How to apply
Visit the PCS website pcs.nsw.edu.au/employment to complete the Employment Application form.  Please email your application and certified supporting documents to hr@pcs.nsw.edu.au.  Only applicants who complete the Employment Application form will be considered.

Our staff comply with the School’s Child Safety policies, upholding the values of the School and conducting themselves in accordance with the relevant legislative frameworks. The School has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to the safety and personal wellbeing of all students.