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Join to apply for the Finance Officer role at Department of Education, Western Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Finance Officer role at Department of Education, Western AustraliaThis is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025Rockingham Senior High School Education Support Centre (SHS ESC) is an Independent Public School for students in Years 7 to 12 with special educational needs and is co-located with Rockingham Senior High School. The Rockingham SHS ESC community is committed to Building Independent Futures by making a positive difference in the lives of young people with complex and challenging behaviours. We believe that all our students can learn and be successful at school and in the wider community.Find out more about our school by visiting Rockingham Senior High School ESC or Schools OnlineThe RoleTo be successful in this role, applicants should be highly motivated, providing integral support to the Manager Corporate Services (MCS) in a wide range of business operations such as administration, financial and human resource management. Ideally, you will possess excellent interpersonal skills combined with the ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously. The successful applicant should be able to effectively prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and work well under pressure with high level accuracy and attention to detail, with a willingness to be flexible and provide support to the MCS. Having previous experience in the role of a MCS, will reflect positively in your application, but this is not a requirement.In your role you will be supporting the MCS in the financial management of the school by undertaking financial planning, monitoring, research, reporting and analysis to meet established objectives and outcomes relative to the schools business plan. Part of the role includes supporting the MCS with administering the schools financial resources, including undertaking end-of-month procedures, checking for data integrity and collating figures for financial planning and budgeting. You will work closely with the MCS, independently and as part of the Executive Leadership team. The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills that promote inclusivity and cohesion in the workplace. A capacity to interact with empathy, while simultaneously developing and maintaining positive and professional relationships within our school community is highly desirable.Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lesley Bell, Manager Corporate Services on 08 9523 7600 or emailing Lesley.Bell1@education.wa.edu.auEquity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must:be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department''s Screening Unit.Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated financial management skills with the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to work with minimum supervision, identify priorities and meet deadlines.Demonstrated well developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and liaise with individuals at all levels.Demonstrated well developed computer skills including the ability to create, operate, extract reports and manipulate databases, spreadsheets and systems.Demonstrated well developed conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to apply innovative thinking in problem solving.It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS973503Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. 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