Research Finance Officer
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Research Finance Officer
Job no: 0055865
Location: Parkville
Role type: Fulltime; Continuing
Department: Research Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UoM 6 $96459 $104413 p.a. plus 17 super
- Manage the financial operations of assigned research funding programs serving as the main point of contact for Chief Investigators from start to finish.
- Contribute to impactful research by driving financial efficiency and compliance while enhancing processes at a prestigious institution.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
The Research Finance Officer will manage a portfolio of funding programs acting as the primary contact for Chief Investigators (CIs). This includes supporting CIs in financial resource management and compliance with complex funding rules. Additionally the role involves overseeing all financial aspects of the projects and collaborating with leadership to implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering finance support to academic clients within the Research Finance function under the Universitys shared services model.
- Acting as a trusted advisor maintaining relationships with Faculty stakeholders assisting with budgeting forecasting and reporting for research operations.
- Supporting the development of grant and contract budgets collaborating on process improvements and system changes with the Supervisor.
- Providing accurate management reporting and contribute to Faculty budget forecasts for externally funded research and nonresearch projects.
You will have a strong focus on continuous improvement applying agile methodologies to adapt and respond effectively to evolving environments. You will demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently while possessing excellent organisational communication and financial skills with a commitment to delivering highquality service and managing stakeholder relationships effectively.
You will also have:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a businessrelated discipline coupled with practical experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Either hold or be working towards a CPA/CA qualification demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development.
- Experience with Workday with implementation experience highly desirable.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an uptodate Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesnt 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.
Your new team Research Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)
Research Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. RIC is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the Universitys research and enterprise mission working closely with our academics professional colleagues industry partners funding agencies and government agencies. We have a passion to see our academics and their collaboration partners succeed achieve research excellence and translate their discoveries into realworld innovation and impact. RIC operates Universitywide across all ten Academic Divisions and Chancellery.
What we offer you!
In addition we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions salary packaging health and wellbeing services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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Be yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe 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 barrierfree 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 Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: 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.
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If you feel this role is right for you please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Felicita Depaune via email at 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 contact details listed on the Position Description.
Advertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
