Finance Assistant (School Fees) Chanel College

Position: Finance Assistant (School Fees)
Commencement Date:As soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status: Term-time continuing
Hours per week: 25hpw
Hourly Rate:$37.01 to $38.17 (pending experience)
Applications Close: Monday 31 August 2026

About us

Chanel Collegeis a contemporary and vibrant educational community in Gladstone Central Queensland. At the heart of all that we do is a commitment to Catholic values and the provision of a high-quality education within an environment that is supportive and caring. With an enrolment of 874 students Chanel college offers an innovative curriculum with a comprehensive range of subject choices catering for both academic and vocational pathways.

Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and we value the knowledge and skills that each person brings to his/her specific role within our community as through the sharing of our giftedness we work together to provide a quality Catholic education for all students.

Your Role

Chanel College is seeking a vibrant efficient and energetic person for the position of Finance Assistant (School Fees).This is a term-timecontinuing position for 25 hpw (or as negotiated with the successful applicant) commencing as soon as possible (or as negotiated with the successful applicant).

The Finance Assistant will apply a depth of knowledge and a broad range of skills which facilitate the financial management and administration of the college.

Typical duties performed include but are not limited to:

• Practicing confidentiality in relation to all aspects of the role
• Working within school guidelines and procedures and in consultation with the Principal undertake the collection of outstanding debts.
• Follow up on overdue family fee accounts as required according to the relevant school procedures and maintain the confidentiality of all debtors.
• Build rapport and trusted relationships with families to assist in developing tailored solutions to allow them the opportunity to meet financial commitments.
• Manage EasyPay payments - calculate instalment payment amounts process payments and returns and recalculate instalment amounts where required.
• Determine eligibility to school fee discounts calculate and process all fee discounts.
• Assist in the administration of applications for fee concessions.
• Monitor the eligibility and expiry of Concession Cards. Prepare accounts for school fees and sundry items.
• Assist with counter and telephone enquiries from parents regarding school fee/excursion payments.
• Oversee accounts payable and administer the weekly payment schedule.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable accounts payable and the general ledger using the TASS program.

For more information please review thePosition Description.

About you

The successful applicant will have an understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic addition you will have excellent time management skills well developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills.

Previous experience in a busy school office would be advantageous.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 4
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review ourHow To Apply Online Guide

• Complete theapplication below
• Applicants must read understand and accept as an explicit term of contract the requirements of theStatement of Principlesfor employment inCatholic Schools
• Upload acurrent resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc .docx) PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg .jpeg .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Danielle Hill Chanel College Gladstone on.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Monday 31 August 2026

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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