Position Number: 0065465
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/School: Chief Financial Officer Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UoM 9 - $139,693 - $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- Transform complex financial data into strategic insights, enabling data-driven decision-making across the University.
- Influence high-level financial strategy through advanced modelling, stakeholder collaboration, and innovative data visualisation.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
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Your next career opportunity
As Senior Finance Analyst, you will spearhead data-driven transformation, converting complex financial data into potent, strategic insights. You will architect and implement a dynamic priority framework, empowering faculties and Chancellery with impactful analyses and visualizations aligned with the University's strategic vision. Collaborating closely with key stakeholders and Finance Business Partnering, you'll deliver best-in-class modelling and timely, accurate insights. This role extends beyond financial operations, partnering cross-functionally to guarantee robust, consistent assumptions underpin all financial models and forecasts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drive Strategic Financial Insights: Deliver timely, accurate analysis to support cost optimisation, and develop scalable models to inform key decisions and align with university objectives.
- Foster Collaborative Partnerships: Partner with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand needs, design tailored solutions, and ensure data integrity.
- Champion Analytical Excellence: Lead and mentor analysts, promote best practices in financial modeling, and drive continuous improvement within financial processes.
You may be a great fit if:
We are seeking a highly autonomous and experienced finance professional with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of transforming complex data into impactful insights within a fast-paced, large organisation. The ideal candidate possesses advanced financial modelling expertise, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to clearly communicate findings to senior stakeholders through compelling data visualization and storytelling. They must demonstrate a proven track record of driving continuous improvement and managing competing priorities with meticulous attention to detail.
You may also:
- Graduate or postgraduate qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Data science/analytics or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- It is desirable for the appointee to be a fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
- Extensive experience in a similar role in a large, complex organisation working with a high degree of autonomy.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Chief Financial Officer Group
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group plays a pivotal role in providing financial guidance and leadership to ensure the University’s financial sustainability in both the short and long term. The team is responsible for formulating and executing financial strategies, efficiently allocating resources to align with strategic and operational objectives, and monitoring and analysing financial and business performance. They also focus on identifying risks and opportunities, proposing or implementing necessary actions, maximising value in commercial transactions, and ensuring compliance with financial legislation and obligations.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
