Support the smooth operation of our school through high-quality administration and financial services.

We are seeking an organised and proactive Administration Officer to provide corporate, financial and operational support to our school. Working closely with the Principal and Business Manager, you will play a key role in delivering efficient administrative and finance functions while contributing to a positive and professional learning environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the effective operation of our school in a varied and rewarding role. You'll work within a supportive team environment where your skills and initiative will help deliver quality services to students, staff and the wider school community.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.80FTE), 58 hours per fortnight.

Job details

About our School:

Tamborine Mountain State High School is a high-performing secondary school nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland, proudly serving the Tamborine Mountain and Scenic Rim communities. Renowned for its welcoming and inclusive culture, the school is committed to fostering student wellbeing, academic excellence and high expectations for learning and behaviour. The school offers contemporary facilities, diverse curriculum pathways, and excellence programs in STEM, sport and vocational education. Strong partnerships with universities, industry and the local community provide students with valuable opportunities to pursue academic, vocational and career pathways. Guided by the values of Respect, Integrity and Care, Tamborine Mountain State High School creates a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment where every student is encouraged to thrive. Through a broad range of co-curricular opportunities and a strong focus on personal growth, the school equips students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in further education, employment and life.

About the Role:

• As the Administration Officer, you may undertake work across a broad range of corporate service activities, including human resource (HR), financial and facilities, and/or undertake a narrow range of duties relating to a specific corporate services function.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities for the efficient and effective provision of corporate services to support school operations.

This role has a primary focus on delivering financial administration services while supporting the efficient operation of the school's administrative functions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the school's day-to-day financial administration and accounting functions.
• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoices, purchase orders and corporate card transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations, Business Activity Statements (BAS) and financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, financial analysis and resource management.
• Maintain accurate financial records, registers and asset databases.
• Provide financial advice and support to staff on purchasing, GST and financial procedures.
• Administer the Student Resource Scheme, payment plans and Centrepay.
• Coordinate stocktakes and support asset and facilities management.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, legislation and financial procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial operations.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees. (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1 page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements for this role based on the Work Profile - Finance section of the role description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• SER696624_26T - Role Description (PDF, 315KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants