Cole School Experts works exclusively with independent schools across Australia and New Zealand, delivering specialist finance, accounting, consulting and software services.

We’re a growing, people-first business working across multiple school clients, systems and projects. Our environment is fast-paced, varied and flexible — and we back our team to do great work without unnecessary noise.

We’re looking for an experienced School Finance Officer who thrives on accuracy, consistency and relationship-building to support accounts payable, accounts receivable and debtor management across our client base.

The role

This is a hands-on finance role where you will take ownership of key transactional and support functions across multiple school clients.

You will:

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently
• Manage debtor follow-up and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Complete bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
• Support reporting, compliance and finance processes
• Work across multiple clients, systems and deadlines
• Ensure accuracy, integrity and consistency of financial data
• Support project-based finance tasks as required

About you

You’re someone who enjoys structured financial work, problem-solving and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

You will bring:

• Experience in finance, accounting or bookkeeping roles
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR and reconciliation processes
• Experience in debtor management or credit control (highly regarded)
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Confident communication and relationship-building ability
• Ability to work across multiple systems and competing priorities
• A proactive, reliable and solutions-focused mindset

Experience in the education sector is an advantage but not essential.

Our culture

At Cole School Experts, our people define us.

We value:

• Our People – empowering and supporting each other
• Integrity – upholding ethical outcomes
• Reliability – confidence in our delivery
• Adaptability – pivoting through change
• Professionalism – founded in knowledge and trust
• Relationships – purposeful connections 
• Humour – bonded by chaos, connected by laughter

We work hard, support each other, and don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Why join us?

• Flexible, modern working environment
• Exposure to diverse school clients and systems
• Genuine variety — no two days are the same
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Meaningful work supporting the education sector

Requirements

• National Police Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

If you’re looking for a finance role where accuracy matters, relationships count, and flexibility is real — we’d love to hear from you.