Assistant Accountant

Date: 27 Jan 2026

Location: WOOLLOONGABBA, QLD, AU, 4102

Company: Brisbane Catholic Education

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Summary

Join our Financial Accounting Services team in a role that plays a key part in maintaining accurate, high‑quality financial records across BCE. As the Assistant Accountant, you’ll support daily and month‑end processes, champion strong financial controls, and use your systems expertise to help drive smarter, more efficient ways of working. With a mix of hands‑on accounting, system support and stakeholder engagement, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving and working collaboratively within a busy finance environment.

• Location: BCEO Woolloongabba
• Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements Available
• Status: Fixed Term | February 2026 – January 2027
• Salary: $106,702 - $118,554 plus super
• Ad Close date: 9 February 2026
• Contact: CareersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au

About the opportunity

In this position you will:

• Support the MFAS and Financial Accountant to uphold the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of BCEO financial records and reports.
• Complete daily and month‑end accounting processes, including reconciliation of key general ledger control accounts.
• Contributing to the development of operational and administrative processes and system reporting requirements, including preparing business documents and reports.
• Act as an ERP “super user”, maintaining deep knowledge of BCE’s systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, Excel/VBA) and providing training to BCEO users.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable and provide leave coverage when required.
• Build productive relationships and deliver responsive, customer‑centred service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain the BCEO asset register, including accounting for acquisitions and disposals.
• Oversee the corporate credit card facility, ensuring policy compliance and escalating perceived control breaches.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:    

• Strong capability with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI and advanced Excel (including VBA), with a passion for process improvement.
• Creating accurate documentation with a high attention to detail.
• Stakeholder engagement ensuring information flow in a timely and inclusive manner.
• Excellent reconciliation skills, attention to detail and confidence working to month‑end timetables.
• Providing information to a range of internal and external stakeholders in response to direct queries.
• Investigating issues and concerns and providing advice and information in line with policy and procedures
• Completion or near‑completion of a degree in finance, accounting, commerce, business management or a related field.
• At least two years’ experience in a financial accounting support role

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:  

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Ability to obtain a National Criminal History check prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.  

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk. 

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.