College Business Manager

Clontarf Aboriginal College is a co-educational Catholic CARE (Curriculum and Re-engagement in Education) secondary boarding school for First Nations students in Years 7–12, located in Waterford, W.A. In the tradition of Blessed Edmund Rice, the College is a place of learning and understanding that respects and celebrates Aboriginal culture and spirituality. With an on-site boarding house, students are provided with a unique environment in which to develop lifelong skills while accessing a quality education. The College remains committed to nurturing and empowering young people to contribute positively to their communities.

We are inviting applicants for the extremely rewarding position of College Business Manager, commencing in January 2027. The Business Manager is a member of the College Executive Leadership Team and is responsible to the Principal for the sound financial and business management of the College. Key leadership responsibilities include financial management, human resource and payroll management, facilities and services management, strategic planning, and risk and compliance. The Business Manager works closely with the Principal to ensure effective stewardship of the College and to provide a safe and welcoming educational and residential environment for our students.

The successful applicant will have a deep understanding of financial and business management and must hold current membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). They will demonstrate experience in the application of professional accounting standards, financial governance, reporting and compliance, together with the ability to develop effective relationships with students, families and staff. The Business Manager will possess strong communication and organisational skills and be equipped to lead staff in a dynamic and visionary educational and residential setting.

About the Business Manager

This is a senior position within the Clontarf Aboriginal College Executive Leadership Team.

Reporting directly to the Principal, the Business Manager is responsible for the efficient stewardship of the College.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Financial management

• Human resource and payroll management

• Facilities and services management

• Strategic planning

• Procurement

Detailed information regarding key responsibilities is outlined in the Job Description for this position and should be referred to in the application. 

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must have all necessary qualifications and be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education.

Essential:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Economics, Accounting or related discipline.

• Current membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively at an executive leadership level, including preparing reports and presentations for Advisory Council meetings.

• Demonstrated ability to project manage capital works programs, including those associated with Workplace Health & Safety, risk management, budget and resource management.

• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrated initiative and innovative thinking in dealing with issues in a decisive and consistent manner.

• A current National Police History Check or the ability to obtain one.

• A current Working with Children Check or the ability to obtain one.

Highly Desirable:

• Experience in the education sector, including an understanding of educational legislative requirements, including Catholic Education Commission of WA, State and Federal Government policy and funding arrangements.

• Accreditation for Teachers, Psychologists and Non-teaching Staff in Leadership roles in Catholic Schools or a willingness to gain.

• Experience using the Administration of Schools (AOS) system.

• Experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people.

• An understanding of the impact of trauma.

REMUNERATION & CONDITIONS

Condition of Service

• Core hours – Full-time (4 weeks annual leave)

• Tenure – Initial contract period of three years.  Following successful review, a first renewal period of four years will be provided, followed by a second renewal period of three years, again after successful review.  The position will be re-advertised in the tenth year of the contract.

• Remuneration – Salary will be negotiated with the Principal and will reflect the qualifications, experience and expertise of the successful applicant, commensurate with the responsibilities of this position.

• Salary Packaging – a range of salary packaging options are available as per other Catholic school employees in WA.

Applications close Friday 23 October 2026

Applications should be submitted via email to: *************@cewa.edu.au and include:

1. A cover letter (maximum one page) and completed College Non-teaching Application Form (available on the College website).

2. A current Resume outlining your qualifications, experience and employment history.

3. Contact details for three referees.