Manager Finance

Cairns - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 124000 - 139000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Manager Finance

Trinity Anglican School Cairns QLD

$139800-$156700 per annum package inclusive of 12.75% superannuation(School Officer Level 6) dependent on experience.

Full time or Part time options available

Trinity Anglican School (TAS) the leading academic school in Far North Queensland is inviting applications for an exceptional team leader to join our high-performing Business Services team.

If you are an accomplished or aspiring finance leader who values purpose integrity and genuine community impact this is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a school that inspires curiosity in more than 1400 young people.

About the Role

The Manager Finance leads the schools financial operations with a focus on accuracy service governance and forward planning. You will oversee the end-to-end finance function across two campuses and key business units.

This is a genuinely broad and rewarding role suited to a finance professional who enjoys strategic thinking problem-solving and partnering with people across diverse operational areas.

What You Will Lead & Deliver

Finance Leadership & Oversight

Lead a capable Finance Team with a culture of service accountability and continuous improvement
Oversee all financial processes internal controls and system management
Provide operational support and expert advice to the Head of Business Services and Senior Leadership

Reporting & Governance

Prepare high-quality reporting for the Board Finance Committee and Budget Holders
Manage statutory regulatory and government reporting
Maintain robust financial governance and compliance frameworks

Budgeting & Financial Strategy

Lead the annual budget process in partnership with Budget Holders
Deliver forecasting long-term modelling and scenario analysis
Strengthen financial literacy across departments

About You

You will thrive in this role if you are:

CPA/CA qualified (or well-progressed)
Skilled in budgeting forecasting financial modelling and reporting
Analytical organised and attentive to detail
A natural relationship-builder who communicates and collaborates well across diverse teams
A collaborative leader who builds positive relationships across a school community
Curious and adaptable with a mindset for improving processes and embracing new systems
Confident presenting financial information to senior leaders and the School Board
Motivated by a role where your work has clear purpose and community impact

Experience in an education or not-for-profit environment is welcome but not essential. Supervisory/management experience preferred but not essential.

Why Youll Love Working at TAS

Purpose That Matters

At TAS your work directly contributes to a school where students are known nurtured and challenged. Every financial decision supports learning wellbeing and opportunity across two campuses and several trading entities.

A Supportive Values-Led Culture

Youll join a collaborative team grounded in trust professionalism and inclusivity. Our staff are proud of the relationships they build and the difference they make each day.

Professional Growth and Influence

As a key advisor to the Head of Business Services Principal and Senior Leadership Team youll help shape strategic decisions strengthen systems support and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Flexibility and Balance

We understand the importance of family and wellbeing. This role can be full-time or school-time and offers the flexibility to attend family commitments and school events.

Employee Benefits

Tuition fee discount
Opportunities for career development
Flexible Working arrangement requests considered
Access to the TAS Aquatic Centre and on-site gym
Work in Cairns one of Australias most desirable lifestyle destinations

TAS is investing in technology modernising systems and strengthening financial sustainability across the School. You will join at a moment of positive change and have the opportunity to influence the next chapter of our growth.

If youre ready to bring your expertise to a school that values people purpose and progress wed love to hear from you.

Working with students checks

TAS provides a safe and supportive learning environment for our students and young people and we achieve this through recruiting excellent staff based on merit and suitability to work with our students and young people. To ensure your suitability to work with our students and young people the following checks will be undertaken as a part of the recruitment process:

National Register Screen (Anglican Schools Commission Screen)
Blue Card (Working with Children) or ability to obtain
Reference checks

How do I apply

Please upload (inMicrosoft WordorPDFformat):

Your current résumé.
A cover letter advising us how you meet the responsibilities of this position.

We will process applications as they come through so please apply today!

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Manager FinanceTrinity Anglican School Cairns QLD$139800-$156700 per annum package inclusive of 12.75% superannuation(School Officer Level 6) dependent on experience.Full time or Part time options availableTrinity Anglican School (TAS) the leading academic school in Far North Queensland is inviti...