Overview
Employment Type: Part Time 21 hours per week
Remuneration: Level 7 $113,926 - $123,302 (pro rata) + 17% super + leave loading
Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid)
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. We’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. We’re driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters
The Finance Analyst supports financial management activities, including planning, forecasting, reporting, data analysis, and financial modelling. As part of the Finance Business Partnering team, the role ensures effective financial services for Faculties and Divisions, covering all funding sources. The position reports to the Finance Manager and has no direct reports.
Key responsibilities
- Financial Management: Assist with month-end processes, planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
- Modelling & Analysis: Perform financial modelling, scenario analysis, and variance investigations to support decision-making.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop financial plans, report performance, and monitor expenditure with stakeholders.
- Compliance & Support: Ensure data integrity, align budgets with policies, and address risks or compliance issues.
Who You Are
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Analyst with:
- Qualifications and Expertise: A relevant tertiary qualification, CA or CPA accreditation (or equivalent), and professional sector experience.
- Financial Acumen: Proven experience in financial management, control processes, analysis, and delivering accurate advice and services.
- Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management abilities to engage and negotiate effectively with diverse internal and external audiences.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial modelling and analysis, along with experience using enterprise systems, analytical tools, and preparing reports and presentations.
- Organisational Excellence: Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure while delivering outstanding customer service.
If you possess these attributes and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a succinct one-page cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) by 11:55pm, 7th October 2025.
Applications may be reviewed and progressed as they’re received, so please do not wait to apply.
Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role; valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Contact
Amy Denney — — Talent Acquisition Team. Apply directly through the website; applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ communities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to adaptable work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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📌 Finance Analyst
🏢 University Of New South Wales
📍 Sydney