Leadership opportunity with multiple reporting lines
Role: School Business Manager
Salary: $135,000–140,000 + super
Location: Palmerston
Your new role
Hays is exclusively representing a growing school with the appointment of a School Business Manager. This role will have multiple reporting lines: Administration, Finance, HR, Infrastructure, IT, Marketing, Procurement and WHS. This role will be reporting directly to the school Principal.
Responsibilities and duties will include:
* School Administration: Supports the Office Manager with enrolments, key reporting, Advisory Board support, and general assistance to senior leadership.
* Human Resources: Assists the HR Officer with payroll, recruitment, enrolments, and general HR administration.
* Infrastructure & Facilities: Supports the Infrastructure Manager with facility and grounds management.
* ICT: Assists the ICT Manager with IT systems and resource management.
* Finance: Supports budgeting, cashflow, financial delegations, and funding applications.
* College Buses: Assists with bus operations, policy, and program management.
* Procurement & Contracts: Manages purchasing, suppliers, contractors, and contracts.
* Marketing: Assists with marketing and promotions activities.
* Compliance & Governance: Manages risk, WHS, legislative compliance, and governance reporting.
* Strategic Planning: Contributes to strategic, financial, and business planning.
* Stakeholder Management: Liaises with internal departments and community stakeholders.
* Other Duties: Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Principal or Catholic Education Office.
What you'll need to succeed
* CPA/CA qualification or equivalent tertiary degree.
* Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
* Minimum five years’ experience as a Business Manager or in a senior corporate services role.
* Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
* Commitment to Catholic education values and child safeguarding.
* Collaborative and people‑focused working style.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CIA or similar systems is an advantage.
* High attention to detail, discretion, and a strong commitment to service excellence.
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams, motivate staff, and manage multiple complex areas.
* Ability to support strategic planning and develop long‑term financial sustainability strategies.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging with staff, parents, and stakeholders.
* NT Working With Children Clearance (Ochre Card) or willingness to obtain.
What you need to do now
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