Management Accountant

A reputable Islamic private school based in Sydney, is seeking a suitably qualified Management Accountant to be based in Nadi, Fiji. Reporting to the Head of Business and Finance, the Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the College’s business, operational, and financial management. This position is integral to ensuring strong financial controls, regulatory compliance, and the efficient day-to-day financial operations of the College.

Key Responsibilities

• Support strategic and financial planning aligned with the College’s vision and values
• Assist with preparation and management of annual budgets and cash flow
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fee collection processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory, taxation, and regulatory requirements in Fiji
• Contribute to financial reporting, audits, and Board reporting
• Support risk management, internal controls, and policy implementation
• Assist with capital works budgeting and operational oversight
• Liaise with banks, government bodies, auditors, and key stakeholders
• Monitor financial risks, manage debt control, and support financial forecasting

Overview

The Management Accountant provides invaluable support to the Head of Business and Finance in line with the College's vision. Reporting directly to the HOBF, the successful applicant will primarily focus on assisting with business, operational, and financial control of the College. This includes responsibilities such as assisting with the management of the annual budget, cash flow, fees collection, payment of accounts, payroll, and contributing to the review and development of the Business and Financial areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning

• Assist in implementing the College's strategic vision
• Contribute to ensuring the College's Islamic ethos and student achievement are at the forefront of decision-making.
• Collaborate to build a high-performing, consistent culture.
• Support the facilitation of change processes for sustainable school improvement.
• Work effectively with the HOBF to achieve high performance.
• Aid in the efficient administration of the College, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to ensuring that the College complies with relevant legislation and regulation.

2. Finance

• Assist in overseeing financial management and reporting.
• Contribute to maintaining legislative and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate in adhering to budget mechanisms and regularly review them.
• Aid in managing efficient accounts payable/receivable.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Help ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Assist in managing loans and leases.
• Identify and inform the HOBF about available grants for the College.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining strong relationships with banking institutions.
• Collaborate on auditing and external reporting management.
• Support the securing of financial commitments from fundraising and sponsorship.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining financial projections.
• Aid in alerting the College to potential financial risks in a timely manner.
• Help ensure timely delivery of student charges.
• Contribute to minimizing outstanding debt.
• Assist in managing financial hardship cases and payment plans.
• Participate in streamlining processes for archives digitization.
• Collaborate on conducting internal audits to manage staff financial responsibilities.
• Assist in providing periodic reports to the HOBF for Board reporting on all required financial matters.
• Stay updated on tax rulings and liaise with Government bodies as necessary.

3. Operations

• Assist in implementing all College policies related to the position of Deputy Head of Business and Finance.
• Collaborate in creating and maintaining systems for budgetary control.
• Contribute to overseeing and managing capital works.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager and monitor responsibilities, including Canteen, Uniform Shop, Facilities, Transport, Security, and Cleaning.
• Contribute to ensuring efficient, fair, and sustainable management of all College operations.
• Collaborate on overseeing the College Risk Management Plan and ensuring it operates as a dynamic document.
• Aid in allocating resources to drive efficiency between financial and operational outcomes.
• Contribute to ensuring continuous insurance coverage for the College.
• Collaborate in tender processes and make recommendations to the CEO.
• Assist in preparing budget recommendations for the CEO.
• Collaborate in managing expenditures to adhere to budget allocations.
• Participate in providing periodic reports to the HOBF for Board reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA, CA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification (or working towards) or membership or eligibility for membership with a recognised accounting body.
• Big 4 accounting experience 

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting or financial management.
• Experience in budget preparation and financial reporting.
• Experience in payroll administration and statutory compliance in Fiji.
• Demonstrated experience in internal controls and audit processes.
• Experience in education or not-for-profit sector highly desirable.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Fijian taxation and financial regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with financial modelling and forecasting.
• Understanding of risk management frameworks.

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Solutions-focused and innovative mindset.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Warm, approachable, and professional demeanor.

How to Apply: If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and be part of this exciting journey, send your CV and cover letter to by clicking apply now by 21 June 2026.

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