St Marcellin Catholic College is a Foundation K-12 community located in the beautiful coastal town of Madora Bay, Western Australia. We are a rapidly growing community with a projection of 1600 students K-12. This is an incredible chance to help shape the growth of a foundation College and leave a lasting legacy at St Marcellin Catholic College.
Within this context of leading in a Catholic school, the Business Manager as a member of the College Executive, is ultimately responsible for ensuring the sound financial management of the College. The Business Manager will lead the Finance and Grounds team and as we grow, the Administration team. They carry the responsibility for financial affairs, capital planning and property management of the College. An associated support function is to oversee all building projects, servicing the school asset base (maintenance and grounds), cleaning services, and administration of the College. A clear vision to grow and develop these processes in line with the Vision and Mission of the College, and the College Strategic Plan is a vital aspect of the role.
The Business Manager at St Marcellin Catholic College will commit to building community as a priority. They should personally demonstrate our motto of Strong Minds and Gentle Hearts. This position requires an individual to possess compassion, humility, patience, agility and outstanding communication skills.
A full copy of the applicant package can be found on our College website. Please read this before applying.
Selection Criteria:
* Willingness and desire to actively support the Catholic Ethos and Marist Vision and Values of our College.
* Experience working as a part of a collaborative team.
* Proven business management experience, including an in-depth understanding of strategic financial management.
* Ability to work at an Executive level with demonstrated ability to motivate and lead a team.
* Knowledge of, and experience in, day-to-day accounting procedures, financial management.
* Proven ability to manage external stakeholder relationships.
* Exemplary written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to remain solution focused and calm in a fast-paced environment.
* Proven ability to work with others, build trust and develop a strong sense of team within a shared vision.
* Sound judgment and the ability to operate autonomously
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualification as a Chartered Accountant or Certified Practicing Accountant.
* Accreditation for Non-Teaching Professional Staff in a Catholic School or preparedness to work towards.
Desirable
* Experience working in a Catholic College
* Postgraduate business and/or education qualification, for example, MBA.
Personal Attributes
* Commitment to the mission, values and ethos of St Marcellin Catholic College
* Alignment with Marist characteristics: presence, simplicity, humility and a love of work in the Way of Mary
* Warm, respectful and relational approach with staff, students and families
* Proactive, adaptable and solutions‑focused
* Strong sense of service and teamwork within a faith‑filled community
To apply please submit:
* Please prepare a cover letter addressed to Mrs Anita Da Silva
* Please prepare a two-page response addressing the selection criteria
* Please provide a curriculum vitae detailing relevant experience, qualifications and skills for the role and the names of three professional referees.
* Applications should be emailed to **********@stmarcellin.wa.edu.au
* Confidential enquiries can be made to the Assistant Principal at **********@cewa.edu.au
* Applications close Tuesday May
Applications can also be emailed to **********@stmarcellin.wa.edu.au