Accountant

Prince Alfred College is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys from ELC to Year 12 based in Adelaide, SA. Our purpose is to nurture each boy to develop into well-rounded young men of good character, who are prepared to contribute positively to society. 

Prince Alfred College invites applications from finance professionals interested in joining our finance department. We are committed to fostering a supportive professional environment dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service across diverse stakeholder groups within the College community.

The Accountant will play a key role within the Finance Department supporting the financial operations of the College as well as its wider group of entities. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the role of the Accountant will include a broad range of financial and management accounting tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of the Accounts Receivable Function, including invoicing, cash management and assisting with debtor management
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and annual financial reporting requirements across the PAC Group
• Assist with the annual budgeting and audit process
• Provide support to the Accounts Payable, Purchasing & Procurement and Payroll functions of the organisation as well as key stakeholders within the College Community
• Assist with the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures and advancements
• Support State and Commonwealth Statutory Reporting Requirements

Key Knowledge and Skills:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related field is essential
• Professional Accounting Qualification aspirations (CPA or CA) would be looked upon favourably
• Proven financial processing and reporting experience within a medium-large organization
• An ability to understand relevant legislation, regulations and compliance requirements of an educational institution.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with an ability to understand and improve financial processes
• Strong time management skills and ability to work autonomously under pressure and meet deadlines during peak times of the college financial year
• Experience within the education industry would be considered favourable but is not essential.

To be successful in this position you will have financial experience and a desire to be involved in a broad scope of financial matters across the Prince Alfred College Group of entities. You will also have the necessary people skills required to develop meaningful professional relationships with a number of stakeholders and an ability to work closely with College leaders, teachers and operational staff to understand their business needs. We are seeking a highly motivated professional who is eager to become part of a growing team, confident to challenge the status quo and use their financial expertise to deliver innovative solutions focused on process efficiencies.

The College is an inclusive community where we model our values of Belonging, Excellence, Respect and Endeavour. There are many benefits to being employed at Prince Alfred College, including a strong commitment to professional development.  We offer varied wellbeing programs for our staff, and we value the expertise of our employees. 

Prince Alfred College is an Equal Employer and committed to Child Safe Practices. Please contact Craig Tasborski, Director of Finance on 8334 1200 should you wish to discuss the role in more detail, or your own specific circumstances.

Please apply by 9am on 7^th April 2025, and include a cover letter and a current CV.

Please note the following:

• To be eligible to apply for the role you will need to have the rights to work in Australia (and the relevant VISA).
• A valid Working With Children Check will be a prerequisite for employment.
• The College reserves the right to commence the interview process prior to the formal closing date.

Position Description:  Accountant