Senior Management Accountants

• Join the Financial Backbone of a World-Class University.
• Work alongside talented individuals where collaboration is key.
• Multiple full-time appointments available on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Base salary: $116,709 increasing 1 July 2024 to $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About UWA Finance

Finance plays a vital role in ensuring the effective stewardship of the university's financial resources. We provide strategic financial advice, establish robust financial management frameworks, oversee procurement, manage investments, and maintain financial accountability across all administrative operations.

About the opportunities

As a Senior Management Accountant, you will be at the forefront of shaping the university’s financial landscape. With multiple full-time positions available on a permanent basis, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic planning while working alongside a team of driven individuals who value collaboration and innovation.

Key Focus Areas

Infrastructure:

• Develop and implement robust financial project management frameworks.
• Analyse revenue and expenditure trends, ensuring financial viability of capital projects and BAU operations within portfolio.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial objectives with project outcomes.
• Work with project managers to support build and execution of the University’s capital program.

Financial Performance:

• Support budget holders in effective financial management processes.
• Work with budget holders to support delivery of budgets, forecasts, and monthly reporting.
• Contribute to the development of performance measures to drive strategic decision-making.
• Provide appropriate, timely and quality advice and support on financial performance management activities.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position descriptions:  Position description - Senior Management Accountant (Infrastructure) (517329).pdf |  Position description - Senior Management Accountant (Financial Performance) (517329).pdf

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in finance, accounting, or related field.
• Full professional membership of a recognised accounting body.
• Substantial experience in financial management, with expertise in capital/infrastructure accounting and/or financial performance management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and computing skills.

Special Requirements
Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

About your application
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 2 June 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.