Debt Collection Finance Officer
- 506781
- FLOREY, ACT, 2615
- Permanent/Ongoing
- Closing at: May 10 2026 - 23:55 AEST
- St Francis Xavier College (Florey)
Salary: $89,462 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1350 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.
About the Role
The Debt Collection Finance Officer manages the administration of College family debtor accounts, including issuing invoices and statements, responding to fee enquiries, and following up outstanding balances. It ensures accurate account reconciliation, monitors accounts receivable ageing, and supports timely end‑of‑period reporting. Working closely with the Finance Manager, Business Manager, and Principal, the role prepares concession applications, negotiates payment arrangements where required, and escalates unresolved matters appropriately. The position also maintains accurate records, liaises with external debt collection agencies when necessary and upholds confidentiality.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices
Qualifications
- ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
- Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy
Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries: Please contact Ian Garland on 02 6258 1055 or via email ian.garland@cg.catholic.edu.au.
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.