- Drive strategic financial management
- Foster innovation and teamwork
- Contribute to the success and growth of the College
The Position
Reporting directly to the Business Manager, the Finance Manager is a key appointment to ensure the smooth financial operation, the effective administration of the financial accounts, and the management of the Finance team at Cornish College which includes the Accounts Officers and Financial Accountant.
The successful candidate will be a transformational and contemporary financial leader with a deep understanding of educational finance. They will bring a compelling strategic vision that aligns with the mission of Cornish College, ensuring excellence in financial management and support for the College’s educational goals.
With a collaborative, empathetic, and resilient leadership style, the ideal appointee will possess high emotional intelligence, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the commercial acumen necessary to navigate the complexities of a large independent school. This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead a vibrant finance team, fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence in financial operations.
The Organisation
Located on 100 acres of natural parkland next to the National Water Sports Centre and adjacent to the suburbs of Patterson Lakes and Chelsea, Cornish College opened in 2012 and offers programs from Early Learning Centre (ELC) to Year 12. Cornish College has a double stream at all primary year levels and triple stream in all secondary year levels with a fourth stream at Years 7, 10 and 12 in 2025. Currently, there are 711 students from ELC to Year 12. The College offers an ELC program influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach to education and runs the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme from ELC to Year 6. This approach to teaching and learning is embraced in a multidisciplinary, concept-driven, and inquiry-based program in the secondary area. The Victorian Certificate of Education is offered in the senior secondary years.
With a strong emphasis on inclusion and respecting individual differences, the College strives to see all young people thriving in the areas in which they have special aptitude. In line with this thinking, the College offers vibrant programs across the curriculum.
To apply – please click on ‘Apply Now’ and using reference CORfin0225 address your cover letter and resume to Liam King and Katie Hooker of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.
