Payroll and Family Accounts Officer

Job Description

The Payroll and Family Accounts Officer supports the day-to-day operations of the Business Services Unit across payroll, accounts receivable and finance administration. The role is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing and for maintaining complete, accurate and timely family fee and debtor information.

A substantial component of the position is providing professional, respectful and compassionate service to employees and families, while ensuring that payroll and family account processes comply with legislation, industrial instruments, School policy and approved procedures.

The role upholds the value of Christ-centred education when engaging with external stakeholders and when working alongside colleagues and other areas of the School community.

This is a full-time position, 48 weeks per year. The Payroll and Family Accounts Officer reports to the Finance Manager on a day-to-day basis and is responsible to the Business Manager.

Application Requirements
Applicants are required to complete the online application form and provide all the following which must not exceed 4 pages in total.

1. Response to the Selection Criteria: Provide a written statement addressing the Selection Criteria, no more than two pages.
2. Curriculum Vitae, covering:
> Positions held (including details of present position), dates, scope of responsibilities and key achievements.
> Details of education and professional training and qualifications and membership of relevant peak body/professional organisation.

Certified copies of transcripts, degrees/other qualifications, and proof of registration with any relevant professional organisations will be required should you successfully reach the interview round. Applicants who are shortlisted after interview stage will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Declaration and apply for a National Police Check.

Further Information

Applications close 9 September 2026 and are to be submitted electronically as a single PDF document as an attachment to the online application form.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the school reserves the right to appoint to the position prior to the advertised closing date.

The online application form is accessed via the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Employment page of Trinity Christian School website, Employment Application Form | Trinity Christian School.

All confidential enquiries can be directed to the People & Culture Administrator by phone +61 2 6210 7500 or email employment@tcs.act.edu.au.

Do Applicants need to have Permission to work in Australia?

Yes