Positions & Compensation
* Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment
* Level 6/7: $94,998 - $117,633 + 17% Superannuation
* 2 positions available
The Financial Services Division plays a central role in supporting the University's academic, research, and community ambitions through strategic financial leadership and high quality operational support. The Division brings together specialist teams across Institutional Research Accounting, Data and Analytics, Procurement, Operations and Research Accounting, Treasury, and Subsidiary and Customer Accounting. Working within this collaborative and data driven environment means contributing to a culture that values integrity, innovation, and accountability. Our teams ensure financial sustainability, compliance, and effective resource allocation, while delivering responsive service and financial insights that empower the University to thrive.
As the Faculty Management Accountant, you will provide essential financial support to Faculty staff by delivering accurate budgets, forecasts, and reporting across both operational and research activities. You will play a key role in ensuring timely financial processing, maintaining high standards of customer service, and supporting employees to effectively manage research funds and maximise outcomes. This position also contributes to the coordination of finance related activities, continuous improvement of systems and processes, and the development of policies and guidelines. Working closely with Senior Business Partners and Faculty leaders, you will help drive financial performance, support strategic decision making, and lead or assist with special projects that enhance financial operations across the Faculty.
Why Join Us?
Joining the University's Financial Services Division means becoming part of a team that genuinely influences the success of world class teaching, research, and community impact. You'll work in an environment that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, where your expertise contributes directly to financial sustainability and strategic decision making across the institution.
How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of the advertisement. You'll be prompted to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.
For further information about this position, please contact Emillie Lokys, Senior Manager, Operations and Research Accounting on + 61 2 4221 4923.
Position Description
Closing Date: Wednesday 8 April 2026, 11:55 PM
As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University's employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.
The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.
Note:
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
* This position requires the successful candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check.
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