Experienced School Finance Officer
AP • AR • Debtor
Management | Education Sector | Flexible, Modern Work Environment
Cole School Experts works exclusively with independent schools across Australia and New Zealand,
delivering specialist finance, accounting, consulting and software services.
We’re a growing, people-first business working across multiple school clients, systems and
projects. Our environment is fast-paced, varied and flexible — and we back our team to do great work without unnecessary noise.
We’re looking for an experienced School Finance Officer who thrives on accuracy,
consistency and relationship-building to support accounts payable, accounts receivable and debtor management across our client base.
The role
This is a hands-on finance role where you will take ownership of key transactional and support
functions across multiple school clients.
You will:
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently
- Manage debtor follow-up and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
- Complete bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
- Support reporting, compliance and finance processes
- Work across multiple clients, systems and deadlines
- Ensure accuracy, integrity and consistency of financial data
- Support project-based finance tasks as required
About you
You’re someone who enjoys structured financial work, problem-solving and keeping things running
smoothly behind the scenes.
You will bring:
- Experience in finance, accounting or bookkeeping roles
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR and reconciliation processes
- Experience in debtor management or credit control (highly regarded)
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Confident communication and relationship-building ability
- Ability to work across multiple systems and competing priorities
- A proactive, reliable and solutions-focused mindset
Experience in the education sector is an advantage but not essential.
Our culture
At Cole School
Experts, our people define us.
We value:
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Our People – empowering and supporting each other
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Integrity – upholding ethical outcomes
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Reliability – confidence in our delivery
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Adaptability – pivoting through change
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Professionalism – founded in knowledge and trust
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Relationships – purposeful connections
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Humour – bonded by chaos, connected by laughter
We work hard, support each other, and don’t take ourselves too seriously.
Why join us?
- Flexible, modern working environment
- Exposure to diverse school clients and systems
- Genuine variety — no two days are the same
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Meaningful work supporting the education sector
Requirements
- National Police Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
If you’re looking for a finance role where accuracy matters, relationships count, and flexibility is
real — we’d love to hear from you.
