Part-time Payroll and Finance Officer| 0.8 FTE, Ongoing

Huntingtower has a long and proud tradition of educational excellence, consistently performing among the top schools in Victoria. Guided by our mission to be a beneficial presence in the world, to uplift thought and to bless mankind, Huntingtower is a vibrant, values-driven community where kindness, respect and excellence shape everything we do.

Do you believe that accurate payroll and responsible fee administration are about more than numbers - that they are about trust, care and supporting the people who make a school thrive? Are you a detail-oriented and professional payroll practitioner with strong accounts receivable experience who values accuracy, service and strong relationships? Huntingtower is seeking a highly capable Payroll and Finance Officer (0.8 FTE) to join our Finance team.

This role plays a vital part in the life of the School, ensuring staff are paid accurately and on time while also supporting effective revenue collection, fee administration and financial integrity. Working closely with the Director of Business Operations, Finance Manager and People and Culture team, you will contribute to sound governance and efficient financial processes within a collaborative and supportive environment.

This is a varied and people-focused role, ideally suited to someone who enjoys combining technical payroll expertise with accounts receivable responsibility and a genuine commitment to supporting a school community.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely payroll processing for all staff, ensuring compliance with relevant Awards, legislation and School policies (Synergetic highly regarded)
• Maintain payroll records, manage variations, leave, adjustments and support End-of-Financial-Year payroll requirements
• Provide clear, professional support to staff for payroll enquiries, including wages, deductions, leave and superannuation
• Prepare payroll and compliance reporting and support audit and governance requirements
• Support payroll systems, processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage accounts receivable functions, including school fee administration, debtor management, payment plans and follow-up of outstanding accounts
• Process receipting, invoicing and daily banking activities in accordance with School procedures
• Collaborate closely with People and Culture, Finance and IT teams to support effective payroll and financial operations
• Support the administration and invoicing of external facility hires, including bookings, deposits and coordination with internal stakeholders
• Provide broader finance and administrative support as required within the Finance Department

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated experience in payroll processing, ideally within a school or education environment
• Proven accounts receivable experience, including debtor management and fee administration
• Strong working knowledge of industrial Awards, payroll legislation, taxation and superannuation requirements
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly and professionally
• Confidence working with payroll and financial systems, with experience in Synergetic highly regarded
• A collaborative, service-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Discretion, professionalism and integrity when handling confidential information
• Commitment to child safety, continuous improvement and the values and ethos of Huntingtower

This is a part-time, ongoing position with a pro rata of 5.4 weeks annual leave, aligned with the school holiday periods. At Huntingtower, you will join a warm, collaborative and values-driven team that works passionately to uplift and celebrate our community. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution through trusted payroll delivery, strong relationships and a commitment to excellence.

Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check, provide a clear Criminal Record Check, and demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of young people.

Information about the School can be found on our website together with the position description.

If you are a skilled and professional payroll practitioner who enjoys working with people and contributing to a caring Christian school environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application via the Huntingtower School – Employment Opportunities, by Friday 13 March 2026 including the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three referees.

We will shortlist and interview high-quality applications as they are received, and we strongly encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Huntingtower is a child safe employer and is committed to providing a child safe culture that ensures the care, protection and safety of all children and young people.

Huntingtower is committed to upholding Victoria's Child Safe standards and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. All interested applicants will be required to familiarise themselves with Huntingtower’s Child Safety Policies and Codes of Conduct located on the Huntingtower website. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.

The School undertakes several screening processes to protect children and young people appropriately in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification checks and professional registration checks.

Huntingtower embraces non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all and maintains strict privacy and confidentiality regarding your application. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.