Liwara Catholic Primary School - GREENWOOD
School Principal : Mrs Dee Johnston School Address : PO Box 63 Greenwood WA 6024 Phone Number : Fax Number : Email Address : Web Site :
Type : Full-Time Term : Ongoing
Position Details
Finance Officer
Liwara Catholic Primary School is a double stream school in Greenwood. The school caters for 470 students in a co-educational setting from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. Liwara Catholic Primary School staff are committed to providing a child-focussed, holisitic Catholic education. A school-based Out of School Hours Care service and Instrumental Tuition is also available to our families.
This position is primarily responsible for the financial processing, financial administration and management of the school. The role will provide information to support decision making by the Principal to ensure ongoing financial viability of the school.
The school is seeking an experienced finance officer who has previous experience in a similar role. Knowledge and a working understanding of the AOS financial system and appropriate financial qualifications or significant school experience are deemed as a highly desirable requirement for the successful candidate.
This position is full-time (48 Weeks per year, 8am to 4pm). There is scope for a variation to this through mutual negotiation with the successful candidate.
Applicants are required to submit a covering letter addressing the selection criteria (within the letter) and a curriculum vitae. Please include contact details for 2 professional referees (including your current employer) and your parish priest reference, if applicable. Applications to be emailed to with the subject Finance Officer Position by 4pm on 19th February, 2026.
CATEGORY AND LEVEL: Level 5
Salary And Benefits
The salary and conditions are in accordance with EBA Agreement.
Key Selection Criteria
A strong commitment to Catholic Education and willingness to promote and support Catholic values.
Extensive experience in bookkeeping.
Experience in financial procedures including accounts receivable, accounts payable, preparation of Business Activity Statements, and general ledger processing.
Sound knowledge and demonstrated ability of relevant accrual accounting practices.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Advanced computer skills and knowledge including experience in financial programs, Microsoft Word, Excel and Internet Applications.
Other Attributes Required
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to prioritise work to meet timelines.
Friendly and approachable manner.
Ability to work as part of a team whilst still accepting responsibility for individual tasks.
Conditions Of Employment
The appointment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
Child Protection Procedure Mandatory Reporting Training will need to be completed within two weeks of commencement of employment.
Have or willingness to attain Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School.
Qualifications And Experience
A relevant qualification in Accounting, Business or a related field would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Previous experience in Finance or Administration within CEWA schools would be advantageous.
Extensive experience with financial or bookkeeping functions.
Experience in a school environment would be an advantage.
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included. The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website.
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.
Listed : 3rd February, 2026 Applications Close : 19th February, 2026 Vacancy Number : 33359