Payroll/Finance Officer

Payroll/Finance Officer

Endeavour College (see more jobs from this school)

Mawson Lakes, SA

Finance / Accounts

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 30 January 2026

Are you looking for diversity in your role? Managing end to end payroll, undertake finance process's, with high level accuracy and compliance focus. This is the position you should apply for.

Endeavour College

For more than 27 years, Endeavour College in Mawson Lakes has thrived as a co-educational secondary school with a young history and a strong reputation for educating the minds, hearts, and spirits of students in Years 7-12, under the umbrella of the Lutheran Church in Australia. Catering to approximately 750 students, we offer an education that prepares them for their future years, whilst leaving lasting and treasure worthy memories.

The Junior School campus (R-6 years) has commenced construction, and it is anticipated to be open at the start of the 2027 school year.

The College embraces a culture of fostering educational excellence that is immersed in a Christ-centred approach to education. Our mission - 'A Christian environment for each student and staff member to develop their God-given abilities for LIFE and community'.

Our College values of LOVE, COURAGE, FORGIVENESS, and HOPE are upheld through application of The Endeavour Way, and our community values staff who enthusiastically engage in their work as a Christian vocation that is based on caring relationships.

About the role

Permanent Full Time

Endeavour College is seeking to appoint a full time Payroll/ Finance Officer to provide high quality and pro-active support across payroll and financial administrative activities to support the smooth and effective operation of the College. This support will include management of payroll processing, payroll administration and finance duties as required. While advertised as a full time position, there may be some ability to negotiate a reduction in the number of hours / weeks worked throughout the year with the successful candidate.

We envision a well rounded individual who is able to work effectively and independently within a busy finance role, and hold responsibility for some key areas. Experience processing payroll (for approx. 150 staff), with knowledge interpreting legislation and awards/agreements is essential, as is the ability to work through highly sensitive issues, competently and kindly with our customers. We would also expect the successful candidate to be able to prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines, be organised and efficient in their management of data and records, and have a focus on process improvement.

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The successful applicant will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Finance, etc.) and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Hold or be willing and able to obtain and maintain a current clearance to work with children (Working With Children Check (WWCC))
• Mandatory Notification Training Certificate (RRHAN)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong administrative skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, set, and prioritise work
• Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading skills
• Significant experience working both independently and as part of a team
• Motivation and a passion to work with and support young people on their journey through secondary education.
• Ability and desire to actively support the values and ethos of a Christian school.
• A practicing Christian, with the ability to relate the Gospel message to their role within the College, and encourage a spirit of Christian care amongst staff and students (highly desirable)

Successful applicants can expect:

• A caring and supportive Christian community environment
• Supportive leadership, and a collaborative team environment
• To be a positive and significant role model for all students of Endeavour College

We look forward to appointing a talented and motivated individual to join our College community. If you believe this is you, we encourage you to apply for this role!

We do not accept applications via email, and we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close promptly at 4pm, Friday 30 January 2026. If you are interested please submit your application early as we will be screening and interviewing within the advertising timeline and may close the advertising early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Endeavour College is an innovative and future focussed co-educational secondary Year 7 - 12 school of the Lutheran Church. The College provides a seamless education from K - 12 with our Connected School partners, Salisbury Lutheran Kindergarten, Golden Grove Lutheran Primary School, Good Shepherd Lutheran School and St Paul Lutheran School. Endeavour College also enjoys strong partnerships with the Mawson Lakes Community and the University of South Australia - Mawson Lakes.