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Salary- Operate independently, provide mentorship to staff, and leverage your proficiency in profit and loss (P&L) management and problem-solving capabilities to make a significant impact.
- UC Level 8, Salary Range $109,458 pa - $122,088 pa + 17% Super
- Full Time, Continuing Opportunity
About Us:
Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032.
About the opportunity:
As a direct report to the Deputy Director, Financial Management, the Finance Manager will assume responsibility for a range of financial management duties, including overseeing general financial accounting operations such as month-end reconciliations and the maintenance of specific cost centers and project codes. This entails preparing monthly financial reports, forecasting, budget reports, and project reporting for ongoing strategic projects, in addition to supporting the Deputy Director during budget and forecast reporting cycles.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this role necessitates active collaboration and engagement with staff throughout the university to address individual analytical reporting needs. Furthermore, the Finance Manager will provide supervision and mentorship to the Accountant, while ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
For those with CPA qualification and possessing an inquisitive, analytical mindset coupled with a keen eye for detail, this role offers an ideal platform to fully utilize and enhance these skills, while also providing opportunities for further growth and development.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Family-friendly policies
- On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
- Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
- Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
- Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we only require your CV; no additional documents are necessary.
SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
For job specific information: please contact Miss Louise Stevenson, Deputy Director, Financial Management on 0 2 6201 5433 or email ***************@canberra.edu.au
Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 14th April 2024
