Management Accountant
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Management Accountant
Job no:0063517
Location:Parkville
Role type:Fixed Term to 31st December 2025
Department:Finance; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary:UOM 6 $96459 $104413 p.a. plus 17 super
- Maintain financial accuracy and provide insights to support decisionmaking in the Universitys Finance Business Partnering model.
- Essential role in driving continuous improvement and informed resource allocation through close stakeholder collaboration.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
As our Management Accountant you will be the financial backbone of our Finance Business Partnering model. Your sharp analytical skills and unwavering attention to detail will be crucial in maintaining financial integrity and providing invaluable insights to our Finance Business Partners. You will be the driving force behind efficient resource allocation and informed decisionmaking ensuring the Universitys financial health and success.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Ensure financial data accuracy maintain chart of accounts process corrections prepare journals and collaborate with stakeholders for compliance and process improvement.
- Support financial performance monitoring budget development and forecasting collaborating with Finance Business Partners and other shared services.
- Conduct adhoc financial analysis to support decisionmaking and identify trends.
- Assist with the Finance Business Partnering team through the ERP system implementation period by collating finance system related queries following up with the relevant project teams and assisting in reconciliation of data across the systems.
Who we are looking for
We seek a COOaligned professional with exceptional service delivery strong collaboration skills and meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in fastpaced environments possess advanced Excel expertise and excel in time management and communication. Proven experience in continuous improvement and a background in higher education are preferred.
You will also have:
- Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) or progression towards either of these qualifications; or
- Graduate qualifications in Finance Accounting or other relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of tertiary qualifications and relevant experience.
- Knowledge of large financial planning tools such as Oracle Hyperion andexperience in business intelligence tools such as MicroStrategy are also highly desirable.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
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 Chief Financial Officer Group
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group provides financial expertise and leadership to ensure the University remains financially sustainable in the short and long term. It does this by:
- Developing and implementing financial strategy;
- Allocating financial resources efficiently and effectively to strategic and operational goals;
- Monitoring analysing and assessing financial and business performance and position;
- Highlighting risks and opportunities and recommending or implementing actions;
- Ensuring value for money in commercial dealings; and
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial legislation and obligations
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 values the unique backgrounds experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people those identifying as LGBTQIA parents carers people of all ages abilities and genders and people of diverse ethnicity nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled Reasonable Adjustments Request.
Aboriginal 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.
For further information including ourIndigenous strategy please visit Us!
If you feel this role is right for you please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience against the relevant selection criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Ethan Khamlyvia 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.
Position DescriptionAdvertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employment Type
Full Time
