Finance Officer - Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
- Perform operational accounting activities to support accurate accounting operations.
- Ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting.
- Support delivery of services to Catholic school communities.
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.
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Finance Officer
Location: Lismore NSW
Tenure: Full-time, maternity leave replacement. Commencing September 2026 - January 2028.
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The Rewards:
- Enhanced Leave: 14 weeks of paid primary carer leave, LSL after 5 years of continuous service, and a Christmas-New Year shutdown period.
- Benefits: Salary packaging including novated car leasing, and a work laptop.
- Flexibility: 7-hour day, 35-hour week. Achieve both work-life balance and the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with your peers with our hybrid working model.
- Health and Growth: Fitness Passport (discounted gym/aquatic), free annual flu vax and EAP services, and dedicated career development pathways.
The Lifestyle
Whether you seek the vibrant, dual-state energy of the Tweed Coast, the coastal hubs of Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie, or the heart of the Northern Rivers in Lismore, this role offers the ultimate NSW sea change. Balance world-class amenities with the authentic charm of regional community living.
Overview of Role:
This position performs a range of operational accounting activities to support delivery of accurate and efficient accounting operations that ensure the integrity of the Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited's ledger, financial data and reporting.
To Apply:
Please submit an online application, which includes a resume and a cover letter tailored to the key capabilities listed in the Position Description.
Additional Information:
- Click this link for information on our Diocese and region.
- Relocating to the region? Check out The Welcome Experience by NSW Government.
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Applications close: 9am, Monday 20 July 2026
Note:
- The advertisement closing date is subject to change without notice, and interviews may commence prior to the official closure.
- We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies for this position and will not be liable for any associated fees.
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools
Child Protection legislation requires staff to hold a valid NSW WWCC
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