Finance Manager - Es1-3

RoleRange 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services.
The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field.
It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved.
This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.
Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.
Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.
Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.
Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years.
Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 ( therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered.
Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.
Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.ResponsibilitiesAssist with the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements.Advise the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.Assist in the management of fundraising activitiesDelivery of finance and administrative services, including exceptional customer serviceAccurate processing of purchase orders, invoices and all other payments in a timely manner and in accordance with DET procurement policy and the Chart of AccountsReconciliation of School bank accounts and cash flowAccurate processing and monitoring of school purchase cardsProcessing and monitoring of assets including supporting the asset stocktakeDebtor invoicing and following up outstanding paymentsProviding high level communication with creditors, suppliers and staff regarding payment of accountsMaintain school information, including creditor details, outstanding invoices and ordersSupport with reconciliation and monitoring of Camps/Excursions/ActivitiesLiaising with the Business Manager in relation to any discrepancies, outstanding invoices/payments and orders on a regular basisImplement strategies to ensure effective administration and financial proceduresProcess invoices to family accounts in compliance with the Parent Payments PolicyProcess approved credit notes to family / debtor accountsSupporting College families in understanding their accountsMaintaining and communicating accurate family statementsSupport Administration Office enquiries and reception when requiredProvide first aid support when requiredCommitment to and development within a multi skilled administrative environmentUndertake other duties as may be deemed necessary by the Principal and Business Manager Aims/Facilities Administration & Finance SupportWho May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction.
Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.
We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments.
Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:DE ValuesThe department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Information on the department values is available at:Other InformationPLEASE SAVE ALL ATTACHMENTS AS .PDF FILESTHANK YOUConditions of EmploymentAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Location ProfileSurf Coast Secondary College cultivates a thriving community of learners who embrace challenge, uphold values of respect, and strive for academic excellence.Academic excellence is our aspiration.
We are committed to providing a world-class education that empowers our students with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.
Our dedicated educators inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for learning, driving our students to achieve their highest potential.Respect is the cornerstone of our school's culture.
We foster an environment where every member of our school community, is treated with dignity and kindness.
Through respect, we aim to nurture a sense of belonging and acceptance among our students, staff, and families.Challenge is an essential element in our pursuit of academic excellence.
We believe that it is through embracing challenges that personal growth is ignited.
These challenges, whether academic or personal, provide opportunities for our students to discover their true potential and develop the resilience and determination needed to excel in an ever-changing world.The entire staff at Surf Coast Secondary College believes in the premise that the more actively a student participates, the more they will enjoy their studies, which more than often translates into achieving excellence, greater depth of learning and will guide them towards being a life long learner.At the beginning of 2014 SCSC moved to its new home in a state-of-the-art learning and teaching facility in Torquay.
Now, our facilities enhance our learning programs, such as our sports, art, and select entry enrichment and extension learning (SEEELP) programs, as well as our coastal environmental centre and shared state of the art sports facilities with the local shire allow our teachers to connect our student¿s learning to their lives, strengths and passions.Surf Coast Secondary College is keen to continue to attract high performing staff who are committed to supporting students to be creative, deep learners with a strong social conscience.
Surf Coast Secondary College has a high expectation that all staff will work hard to further develop the learning and teaching philosophies of the school and support students to truly reach their academic and social potential.