Overview
Education Centre of Australia (ECA) is a dynamic and diverse education group with campuses in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide, plus overseas locations in the UK and India. ECA delivers English language courses, bachelor and postgraduate degrees, and targeted internships, offering face-to-face and online learning for international and domestic students. ECA collaborates with higher education providers such as Victoria University, Charles Sturt University, University of Canberra, University of Tasmania and the University of the Sunshine Coast to deliver a world-class educational experience.
In partnership with ECA, the University of Tasmania (UTAS) has been delivering courses in Melbourne since 2023 and in Ultimo, Sydney since 2025. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Finance Officer to join our UTAS partnership at Education Centre of Australia (ECA). You will work closely with partnership teams to deliver accurate financial accounting reporting and meaningful insights that inform sound decision-making and enhance performance while strengthening financial systems, processes and capability across the partnership.
As a key member of the team, you will have the rewarding opportunity to progress your career within the education industry. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the company, is self-motivated and an enthusiastic go-getter.
Key Responsibilities
* Process agent-related transactions including receiving, reviewing and verifying agent invoices for commissions, bonuses and marketing support and recording these as accounts payable in the General Ledger.
* Record agent payments in the Real Time Online Management system following execution of payments in the General Ledger.
* Process non-agent vendor payments by booking accounts payable in the General Ledger upon receipt of valid documentation.
* Manage payments relating to licences and external fees, college-level operational expenses (including Information Technology support, student counselling, director fees, textbooks, Overseas Student Health Cover, travel, credit cards and promotional gift cards), contract teacher salaries, staff reimbursements and other college-related expenses.
* Preparation of management reports on the revenue and expenses with accompanying commentary and analysis to support decision making (e.g., performance management and opportunities for improvement, cost containment).
* Bank reconciliations, student refund management and a range of financial reporting.
As the successful candidate you will
* Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
* At least 3 years of accounting experience including AP, reconciliations, reporting and using ERP accounting systems.
* Strong working knowledge of financial accounting principles.
* Customer focused mindset.
* Coordinate the development of budgets, forecasts, cash flow models and performance measures.
* Drive process improvements and cost efficiency initiatives.
* Communicate financial insights clearly to all levels of the organisation.
* Demonstrate critical thinking, adaptability and the ability to work under pressure.
* Collaborate effectively across multifunctional teams and stakeholders.
In return we will offer you
* Company-paid parental leave (14 weeks at 100% of current pay or 28 weeks at 50% of current pay).
* Employee assistance program with Uprise (6 sessions per year for staff and direct family members).
* Support through 25% on the full fees for courses offered by ECA as Staff Education Assistance.
* Novated Lease.
* Professional development programs.
* Wellbeing brand discounts.
* Free access to LinkedIn Learning.
EEO Statement
At ECA we champion our organisational values, including celebrate diversity and inclusion, and strive to be a place of growth where everyone can continually thrive.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people living with a disability, women, people who identify as LGBTIQA, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
This position is open to all Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and applicants who hold a current and valid Visa with full working rights in Australia.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Due to the expected high volume of responses, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information on this role or to gain insight into our team, or if you need assistance due to a disability, please contact Mark Kennedy.
Thank you for your interest in the position with the ECA Group!
Additional Information
* Required Experience: Manager
* Key Skills: Accounting Software, Time Management, Accounts Administration, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Reconciliation, Administrative Skill, Leadership skills, Accounting & Finance, Accounts Management, Communication, Analysis Skills, Relationship Management, Team Player Spirit, Budgeting Skills, Accounts Payable
* Employment Type : Full-Time
* Experience: years
* Vacancy: 1
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