• Support financial stewardship across the University.
• Contribute to strategic financial operations and customer-focused service delivery.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until July 2028.
• Base salary range: $80,243– $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Finance supports the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finances through strategic advice, financial management frameworks and tools, procurement, and oversight of investment and endowment portfolios. The division operates across three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance, and Procurement, supporting all levels of the University from executive leadership to staff and students.

About the opportunity

• Deliver financial processes and transactional activities to support day-to-day operations.
• Support Travel and Expense Management Officers to ensure integrated and collaborative expense system management.
• Build strong relationships and provide guidance on purchasing processes, policies, and systems.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Substantial experience in accounting-related administrative roles.
• Strong computing skills across word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and email.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial accounting practices and systems.

Special Requirements

Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

Position description: PD - Finance Officer (520735).rtf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tim Cox at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 10 July 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.