Management Accountant

Management Accountant | Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst
Permanent, Full-time position
Commencing 09 February 2026 or by negotiation
Salary: From $104,000.00 to $129,000.00 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced Management Accountant looking to make a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven organisation? Do you enjoy partnering with schools and senior leaders to improve financial capability, systems, and decision-making?

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking a skilled and proactive Management Accountant to provide professional financial support services across our system of 33 schools and central offices. This permanent, full-time opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working across budgets, systems, reporting, and compliance while supporting schools to achieve strong financial outcomes.

About the role

Reporting to the Manager Financial Compliance and accountable to the Head: Finance & Facilities, the Management Accountant plays a key role in supporting schools and CEDB departments through high-quality financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and systems expertise.

The role works closely with School Principals, School Accountants, Payroll, and CEDB leadership to ensure accurate financial management, statutory compliance, and continuous improvement in financial practices across the system.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support the schools accounting function, including supervision, training, and professional development of School Accountants
• Develop, maintain, and improve system-wide budgets, financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools
• Monitor actual versus budget performance and provide meaningful analysis and commentary to support decision-making
• Assist schools with fee modelling, forecasting, and productivity and efficiency improvements
• Coordinate and support the use, maintenance, and enhancement of financial systems (including TechOne and XLOne)
• Provide training and guidance to schools and CEDB staff on financial systems, tools, and policies
• Support compliance activities, including month-end, term-end, and year-end processes, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Partner with Payroll to support salary and wages budgeting and payroll interfaces
• Contribute to the review and development of financial policies, procedures, templates, and documentation
• Champion business improvement initiatives and support change management at the school level

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About you (Selection Criteria)
We are looking for an experienced leader who can align with the following:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic education
• Holds a degree in Accounting or a related discipline (CA/CPA qualification desirable)
• Brings strong experience in management accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of accounting systems and financial reporting tools (experience with TechOne highly regarded)
• Has the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Demonstrates strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Holds a current valid driver’s licence and is willing to travel to schools as required

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities to grow your leadership skills
• Competitive salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to make a significant impact across the Diocese
• Access to additional leave (conditions apply) and leave loading
• Access to Fitness Passport, providing affordable access to gyms and recreational facilities for you and your family

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and around 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 29 January 2026.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the Manager Financial Compliance: Shirley Mojini on (02) 6338 3000.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.