Address- Full-Time, Ongoing Position | Hawkesbury Campus
- $107,358 to $115,073 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation
- WFH Options | Flex Leave | Professional Development Opportunities
- Full-Time, Ongoing Position | Western’s Hawkesbury Campus
- $107,358 to $115,073 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation
- Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!
- Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, 35-hour work week, development opportunities and more!
About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,500 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. It's the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.
About the Role
The Finance Office is seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Assistant Accountant. The Assistant Accountant is responsible for assisting the Finance Services team to maintain the integrity of the University’s General Ledger and subsidiary ledgers. This involves reconciliation of the various control and suspense accounts, timely completion of month end accounting processes and the preparation of the annual accounts for the University and its controlled entities. The Assistant Accountant will also provide support to the University taxation and insurance functions to assist with the preparation of the BAS and FBT returns.
This is a full-time, ongoing position based at Hawkesbury Campus. Please refer to the Position Description for further information.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Completion of relevant tertiary qualifications with an accounting major or currently working towards is essential
- Demonstrated experience in the proficient use of computerised accounting systems, spreadsheets, or toolsets
- Excellent problem solving, analytical thinking, communication, and ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload to achieve objectives
- Ability to interpret and implement the requirements of contemporary Accounting Standards and identify issues impacting on the accuracy of the General and subsidiary ledgers
Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.
What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:
- 35 hour work week
- 17% super contributions
- Professional development opportunities
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 6 $107,358 to $115,073 p.a. (comprising Salary of $90,719 to $97,238 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Leah Dincog, Senior Operations Accountant via ********@westernsydney.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at ***************@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Thursday 27 June 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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