Finance Professional Services - Central Full-time (100%), permanent – Continuing position. Base salary will be in the range $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% super (HEW Level 7). Based at our St Lucia Campus. About This Opportunity
We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner to deliver high-quality accounting services at The University of Queensland. In this collaborative role, you will partner with senior project leaders to provide expert financial advice, insights and analysis that enable compliant cost management and informed decision making across operational and grant‑funded activity. As a trusted advisor, you will help shape planning, forecasting and performance outcomes, supporting impactful research across a complex and dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities
Provide expert financial advice to project leaders, including Grant Holders and Chief Investigators, to support compliant cost management and the effective use of grants and related funding. Contribute to financial and business strategies for a defined client group, including budgeting, forecasting, expenditure reporting and variance management. Apply financial processes, governance frameworks, policy controls and risk management practices to ensure compliance with University and external regulatory requirements. Build trusted, productive relationships across business units and work closely with the Senior Management Accountant to elevate complex matters and support business case development. About You
As a confident finance professional, you thrive on delivering clear, insight‑led advice that drives results. With strong expertise in accounting, analysis, reporting and experience in project‑based environments, you build trusted relationships and partner effectively with stakeholders to influence decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes. What you will bring to the role
Degree qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related field, or equivalent experience. Strong financial accounting, analysis and reporting capability, with experience in project‑based accounting. Demonstrated experience in financial advisory or service delivery within complex stakeholder and policy environments. Ability to build and influence strong relationships with stakeholders, using sound judgement, communication and problem‑solving skills. Proven ability to deliver practical, strategically aligned financial advice and partner with clients to achieve outcomes. Progress toward or membership of a professional institution (CPA, CA or equivalent). Benefits
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Queensland is dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We support accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process.
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