The Business Manager is directly responsible to the Principal and serves as the Public Officer and Company Secretary to the School Council. As a member of the Senior Executive Team, the Business Manager works in close collaboration with the Principal and senior colleagues to support the delivery of the School's strategic and educational priorities. The Finance and Facilities, Infrastructure and Grounds teams report to the Business Manager.
You will be experienced in financial leadership, applying strong commercial acumen and proactive, entrepreneurial thinking to strengthen the School's financial sustainability and optimise the use of its resources.
Responsibilities include:
* Provision of Financial Management Support Services
* Accounting Support Services
* Capital Management Support
* Supporting the Senior Executive team in their responsibilities
* Statutory, Legal and Services to the School Council
* Operational and Administrative Support Services
* Facilities and Asset Management
Skills and Qualifications
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Economics, Finance, Business, Commerce or a related field.
* Significant experience in a senior finance position with appropriate qualifications, including either CA or CPA.
* The ability to provide oversight and management of complex capital development programs and projects.
* Proven record of driving strategy development and providing the financial modelling/forecasting, commercial analysis and business planning to implement projects.
* Superb leadership and interpersonal skills to create a positive team culture and develop individual capabilities.
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to think innovatively.
* Experience in an educational setting is highly regarded, including a demonstrated passion for education and the independent schooling sector.
Salary will be commensurate with the successful applicant's skills, qualifications and experience, based on the Independent Schools NSW Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Applications
To apply for this role, please click on the Apply link. Applications close on Wednesday, 3 June and must include:
* A Cover Letter addressing the Responsibilities, Skills and Qualifications outlined in the Position Description
* A Current Resume including contact details for three referees
Please email *********@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au if you have any queries.