Finance & HR Manager

Ensure the school’s finances are managed responsibly and sustainably with the use of key industry ratios and benchmarks and oversee end to end recruitment and onboarding......

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Belgrave Heights Christian School (BHCS) is located in the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria and is a thriving and vibrant educational institution established in 1983 with over 830 students from Kinder - Year 12.

The School’s foundational vision, mission and values, aim to provide a rich Christ-centred education in which to encourage the development and growth of Christian faith in students. All staff support and contribute to this aim with our vision being Knowing Christ, Inspiring Learners and Transforming Lives. The School has enjoyed immense growth and success over the years resulting in a rich history, first class facilities and a beautiful environment in which to work.

Our community is warm and welcoming and our people are our difference. Working at BHCS is an opportunity to experience a strong, dynamic and supportive culture with a clear vision.

For more of an insight into working at BHCS, we encourage you to view the information and video on our website about why working at BHCS is so good!

ABOUT THE POSITION

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a high performing finance leader to join our Executive Leadership Team in the role of Finance & HR Manager on a full-time basis from 2 March 2026. The Finance & HR Manager is a senior leadership role of the School with a key role to play in shaping the operations and culture of the school, with oversight and responsibility for the following areas:

Finance

• Ensuring the school’s finances are managed responsibly and sustainably with the use of key industry ratios and benchmarks
• Board reporting including finance reports, preparation of annual budgets and mid-long range forecasts
• Financial Statement preparation and audit coordination
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the school
• Review of monthly payroll and oversight of the Finance & Payroll Officer
• With support of the school Finance Officers, ensure that the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions are operating effectively.
• Managing educational and non-educational budgets, including facilitating budget submissions and collaborating with budget owners
• Tax compliance including Business Activity Statements and Fringe Benefits Tax Return
• Manage the financial and data accountability of the School in relation to the State Government and Australian Government requirements
• Assist the Business Manager with Grant applications and accountability reporting
• Stay current with technological advances and accounting software and other systems to be used for financial purposes
• Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Maintain Fixed Asset register.
• With support from the Property & Facilities Manager, ensure that the physical assets of the School are maintained to meet the School's educational objectives and are replaced or upgraded as needed
• Oversee furniture orders and deliveries, ensuring that minimum classroom requirements are met
• Ensure that appropriate insurance and risk management processes and practices are in place to protect the School's assets

Human Resources

• Oversee end to end recruitment and onboarding
• Establish and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring that all Child Safety, Fair Work and VRQA requirements are complied with
• Provide key support to the Executive Leadership Team in relation to staff reviews & performance management
• Staying up-to-date and providing key support and advice to the Senior Executive Team on all industrial and employment compliance matters
• Maintaining detailed workforce planning models for budgeting, forecasting and employment communication purposes
• Establish and maintain Position Descriptions for staff as required
• Contribute to the Occupational Health & Safety Committee meetings
• With support from the Office Manager, provide leadership and support to the Front Office administration staff, including Reception, First Aid, Student Services and Senior Administrators.
• Be involved in staff coaching and review for all front office staff.

It is essential that the successful applicant have, or be able to demonstrate, the following:

• An analytical mind and ability to “problem solve”
• High levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to develop strong working relationships
• Commercial and business awareness
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• A keen eye for detail and ability to drill down into data
• Ability to stick to time constraints
• Project management skills
• Experience with or demonstrated ability in leading a team
• A high level of computer literacy with particular familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills. Familiarity with the Google Suite of workplace tools is also desirable.
• Be a Christian role model and be able to demonstrate an active faith to students and to all people associated with the School including leading staff devotions and engaging with prayer
• Actively support and adhere to the School’s vision, mission, and ethos.

Additionally, the successful applicant will have:

• Minimum requirement of a Bachelor of Commerce with major in Accounting or Financial Management or similar degree.
• Practical experience in a financial management/leadership role of at least 3 years
• A strong knowledge of accounting software and reporting systems.
• Current membership of an Australian Professional Accounting organisation i.e. CPA, CA is desirable
• A current employer Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one).
• A strong knowledge of and commitment to Child Safety principles and be willing to commit to ongoing learning in this area

As a Child Safe School we promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the School.

All applicants will undergo rigorous reference, background and identity checking. Child safety and protection is a shared responsibility between the School, all staff, workers, contractors, associates, visitors and members of the community (including parents and students that attend the School). As such, all potential employees will be required to comply with the School’s Policies including the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy.

The person in this role will be responsible for taking all practical measures to ensure that the School’s Child Protection Policies are implemented and upheld. This role contributes to a strong child protection culture within the School.

For more information, including our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Child Safe Policies, please see the Child Safety section of our website.

TO APPLY

Expressions of interest and applications are invited, outlining your work history, qualifications and faith journey. Applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Applicants are invited to submit their Resume together with the names of 3 referees (one preferably from a current Minister/Pastor) via the Application Form by 5pm, Friday 13 February 2026.

Please note, we reserve the right to commence interviews and to fill this position at any time if a successful application is made.