The University of Queensland Union College Core Values:
Integrity | Innovation | Collaboration | Tolerance & Equity | Respect | Responsibility

Union College is evolving, and we’re looking for an Accounts and Payroll Officer who brings warmth, precision, and a love of numbers to our finance team.

This is a role for someone who enjoys the rhythm of reconciliation, the satisfaction of clean data, and the human side of finance. You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team, supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the College while helping ensure our systems run smoothly and our people feel supported.

About the Role:
This is a bookkeeping-focused position with a payroll component. You’ll be responsible for accounts payable, receivables, credit card and bank reconciliations, and assisting with end-of-month processes. You’ll also help process payroll.
You’ll be supporting budget holders with actuals and ensuring financial data is accurate and timely. You’ll also be a friendly face in the office; someone residents and staff feel comfortable approaching.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable and supplier payments with accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card facilities.
• Assist with payroll processing and superannuation payments.
• Support debtor invoicing and reconciliation.
• Help prepare financial data for end-of-month reporting.
• Maintain general ledger coding and assist with journal entries.
• Provide budget holders with actuals and expenditure updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Contribute to a warm, welcoming office environment.

About You:
You are:

• Warm and approachable, with a customer service mindset.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confident and dependable, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Tech-savvy, with experience in MYOB, Excel, and digital file management.
• Open to growth, with a willingness to learn and develop within a changing structure.

You’ll need:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• A Certificate III in Accounts Administration or equivalent (highly desirable).
• Experience in payroll and bookkeeping tasks.
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal.
• A current Blue Card (mandatory).
• Full working rights in Australia.

What You’ll Get:

• A supportive team and collaborative culture.
• 1 day per week WFH after onboarding.
• Daily lunch and car parking space provided.
• A chance to grow with the College during an exciting period of change.

This is Union College 2.0. We’re proud to be disrupting the traditional college experience.
Both Talentpath Recruitment and Union College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, and actively support equitable hiring practices. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply - we value potential and passion.
For a confidential conversation please email: [email protected]