Financial Accountant
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Job Summary
Overview:
Salary:Circa$100000 per year 12% superannuation
9 months fixed termleave coverrole
Work in a brand-new office building in Melbournes CBD on Franklin Street within walking distance of the Queen Victoria Market and close to public transport
Hybrid working arrangements a mix of work-from-home and office days
Access to benefits including Christmas closedown gifted leave discounted RMIT childcare services subsidised gym membership and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our values: Passion Impact Inclusion Integrity Courage Imagination
About RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP)
RMIT UP owned by RMIT University provides education solutions for students academics and professionals in Australia and globally.
Our mission is to offer transformative learning experiences and pathways that open global opportunities guided by RMITs values of inclusion imagination integrity courage passion and impact. We place student and customer experience at the forefront of everything we do.
Our key programs include Foundation Studies ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language testing andInformit a leading research database focused on Australasian content.
About the role
The Financial Accountant sits within the Finance team at RMIT UP and reports to the Finance Manager. This roleis responsible forsupporting financial accounting processes including transactional activities month-end and year-end reporting and preparation of statutory accounts. The position plays a key role in ensuringaccuratefinancial reportingmaintainingcompliance with accounting standards and supporting broader finance operations such as receipting reconciliations and stakeholder support.
Key responsibilities:
Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes
Assistin the preparation and review of annual statutory accounts and liaise with auditors and central finance teams
Perform balance sheet reconciliations andmaintaingeneral ledger accuracy
Supportaccounts receivable processes including fees charges and receipting
Process bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow where
Prepare and post journals including intercompany transactions
ProcesspayrolltaxpaymentsCompleteFBT returnand reviewBAS/GSTreconciliations
Assistwith credit card banking and fixed asset processes (including depreciation)
Provide support to Financial Analysts and broader stakeholders across the business
Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and processes (including Workday)
Undertake ad hoc financial tasks as required by the Finance Manager.
About You
Tertiary qualification in Accounting Finance or a related field with CPA/CA (or working towards)
Demonstrated experience in financial accounting and external reporting
Strong understanding of reconciliations financial controls and accounting standards
Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail in data management
Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
High levelof integrity professionalism and commitment to confidentiality
Experience with Workday or similar financial systems (desirable)
What we offer you
We value our people and are committed to providing a supportive inclusive and rewarding work environment. As part of our teamyoullenjoy:
Exclusive employee discounts at leading retailers.
A strong focus on health and wellbeing including RMIT-subsidised gym memberships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access and discounted childcare options.
Access to professional developmenttraining viaLinkedIn Learning.
A positive workplace culture with a staff reward program and a staff wellbeing program.
To Apply
Pleasesubmityour CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link. Cover letters should be addressed to HR.
For more details refer to thePosition Description: Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At RMIT UP we foster a culture of safety wellbeing and inclusion ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with fairness regardless of gender gender identity marital or family status sexual orientation age ethnicity religious beliefs cultural or socio-economic background perspectives or experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child-safe organisation. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.
As a Disability Confident Recruitment Team we are happy to adjust the recruitment process to meet accessibility needs. Please contact us atwith your preferred communication method and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
Read our Child Safety Policy:Child Safety Policy
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to responding to every applicant.
Applications Close:
19 Apr 2026 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
