(HEO8) $110,291 - $123,734 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Full Time | 24 - Month Fixed Term Position

Location: Adelaide

This is a fantastic opportunity be part of the Defence Trailblazer Concept to Sovereign Capability Program - a collaborative partnership between the us and UNSW. 

An exciting opportunity exists for a collaborative, well-rounded Senior Management Project Accountant to join the Defence Trailblazer project on a full time, 24-month, fixed term basis. Liaising with various stakeholders, The Senior Finance Project Accountant will work within the broader Finance and Accounting Services team within the Division of University Operations.

Reporting to the Manager Financial & Research Accounting and working under broad direction, The Senior Finance Project Accountant is responsible for delivering high-quality management and research accounting, financial performance reporting, multiyear financial modelling, budget & forecast planning and the implementation of financial processes and systems to support the effective operation of the Defence Trailblazer Universities Program.

To be successful you will need:

• Extensive experience providing subject matter financial expertise to inform financial decision making by stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing finances within a large complex organisation with diverse business areas, including undertaking detailed accounting and financial analysis to prepare reports, using data from a variety of information sources.
• Extensive experience in planning and conducting complex and specialist financial modelling and analysis and in managing high level projects or investigations that supports the delivery of sound accounting solutions.
• Demonstrated up to date knowledge of current financial legislation, regulations and accrual accounting principles, standards, policies, guiding reference documents and practices.
• Demonstrated experience communicating, both verbally and in writing, in a succinct, professional, and responsive manner to deliver results to key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple high-level functions with competing priorities and deadlines, and applying expert problem-solving skills to the management of complex strategic or operational problems or issues.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• CPA or CA qualified or working towards.

Knowledge and experience in the higher education, Defence and/or defence industry sectors is desirable.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of University Operations enables the University's delivery of high-quality and distinct learning, teaching and research experiences. Its responsibilities link to Adelaide's strategic plan and focus on people, community, assets and infrastructure, and processes.. 

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/research/about-us/

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Friday, 14 February 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Sue Hevera
Director, Finance & Accounting Services
P: +61 (8) 8313 9268
E: sue.hevera@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below: (If no links appear, try viewing on another device)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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