Are you detail-oriented and passionate about providing exceptional financial support? We’re looking for a Debt Support Officer to join our Finance Shared Services team and play a crucial role in supporting fee collection for schools within the Diocesan Education sector. Based in Newcastle West, you’ll work from a freshly renovated office with an onsite café, collaborating closely with school principals, finance officers, external providers, and debtors. This is a dynamic role requiring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You’ll thrive in a supportive, professional environment where teamwork and innovation are valued. If you’re ready to make an impact and support the financial operations of our schools, we’d love to hear from you!
Benefits of Working With Us
Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
Receive an attractive salary with salary packaging available.
1-week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays)
Paid parental leave.
Flexible work arrangements are available.
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
A great, friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
Corporate benefits include EAP, flu shots, and more.
Modern office facilities, including a coffee machine.
This position is responsible for the support of fee collection for the Diocesan Education sector, in relation to schools.
The Debt Management Officer interacts with other Finance Shared Service team members, and colleagues from across the Diocese, and communicates with school principals and school finance officers, external fee management providers and debtors in performing accounts functions.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the capacity to work effectively in a team.
Proven experience in the administration of debt collection & other accounts receivable processing at a high level.
Sound knowledge of debt collection processes and related internal controls.
Ability to work with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
A good understanding of accounting and GST procedures.
High level computer literacy including experience with PCs (particularly MS Word and Excel) and computerised purchasing and financial information management systems.
Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, including effective telephone manner.
Experience in finance systems, such as Technology One (desirable).
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
Please explain why you are interested in this position and how it fits into your career aspirations
Your credentials and prior experience in a comparable role
For further information regarding this position, please contact Liz.Young@mn.catholic.edu.au
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received up until: 11:59pm Thursday 5th December 2024.
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
