Senior Finance Officer, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Broadband 5/6. Level 5 from $85,717/ Level 6 from $100,354 plus 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital. UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters
The UNSW Canberra Financial Services Team provides end to end finance services including budgeting, reporting, procurement, accounts payable and accounts receivable. Our work environment is dynamic and collaborative with a strong focus on delivering quality services. We are all dedicated to building a positive and constructive culture with real emphasis on career development.
The Senior Finance Officer will lead a team to provide operational finance services including purchasing of goods and services, customer billing, accounts receivable and expense reimbursement. The role will also perform various administrative accounting activities including general ledger maintenance. As a member of the Canberra Financial Services team the Senior Finance Officer will contribute to broader team initiatives and promote productive working relationships with Faculty and University colleagues, visitors and students. The role of Senior Finance Officer reports to the Finance Business Partner and has 4 direct reports.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
At Level 5
• Relevant degree as well as CPA or CA qualifications.
• Demonstrated relevant administrative and/ or financial services experience, including previous experience processing end to end financial transactions using computerised financial packages.
• Demonstrated high level communication ability, including the ability to negotiate with a wide range of internal and external Stakeholders in a high-volume environment.
• Highly developed organisational skills and a proven ability to work within strict deadlines in a busy and varied office environment.
• The ability to establish priorities and manage moderately complex tasks, both independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email, and demonstrated ability to learn and implement new systems.
At Level 6, in addition to the above
• Demonstrated experience in operational purchase to pay and/or transactional financial services within a large and diverse business.
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff and the ability to coordinate the functions of a team, to ensure the effective prioritisation and distribution of work.
• Experience in the use of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement of processes.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills to inform, persuade and negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in a high-volume environment.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:
- your CV
- a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.
In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Wednesday 28 May 2025 at 11.30pm AEST
Get in Touch
To discuss the position please contact: Kayla Jones kayla.jones@unsw.edu.au
Queries regarding applications please contact: h.whale@unsw.edu.au
(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
