Finance Officer

An exciting opportunity exists for a Finance Officer to join the Catholic Education Office (CEO) in Darwin.

Catholic Education NT (CENT) operates 18 schools across the Northern Territory, from Early Learning through to Secondary, five colleges, seven primary schools, a flexible learning centre, and five remote schools. Every school is guided by our values of Wisdom, Justice, Courage, Compassion and Love. The CEO is based in Berrimah.

The position:

The Finance Officer for Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools is responsible for providing high-quality and timely financial services to Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools (ACCS). The role works closely with school Principals, the ACCS Finance Manager and internal stakeholders to support effective financial operations, accurate reporting and strong financial governance across schools.

Why work with us?

• Salary of $90,000 to $95,000 plus super

• 35-hour working week (8:30am – 4:30pm)

• Five weeks annual leave plus additional leave entitlements

• Salary packaging and novated leasing options

• Employee rewards program (discounts at 450+ retailers)

• Discounted school fees for eligible employees

• Professional development opportunities

• Free onsite parking - Berriham 

• Full-time permanent position, commencement negotiable.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of and reporting against annual and forward budgets

• Process purchase orders, accounts payable and receivable

• Maintain relationships with suppliers, school-based staff and CEO employees

• Reconcile bank and ledger accounts, ensuring accurate coding

• Maintain asset registers, including acquisitions, disposals and depreciation

• Prepare month-end reconciliations and financial workbooks

• Monitor school cash flow and emerging financial needs

• Provide financial reports and assist with queries and analysis

• Prepare school ledgers for audit and respond to audit queries

• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS)

• Provide relief support to finance staff as required

• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and procedures

• Travel to remote communities as required

Full details of the role and requirements can be found in the Position Description within the Application Package.

About you:

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a tertiary qualification in accounting.

• Demonstrates experience in financial and accounting operations.

• Has the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.

• Works collaboratively as part of a team.

• Understands and supports the ethos of Catholic education.

How to Apply: 

Click the link below to download the application package and apply:

External applicants:

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CENT employees: 

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Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in the Position Description.

For more information, contact Recruitment on:

(08) 8984 1***

**************@nt.catholic.edu.au  

Applications close: 07 SEPTEMBER 2026

The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.