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