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* - Contracts & Grants Accounting section* 2 x full-time, permanent positions* Base salary will be in the range $115,645 - $129,654 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)* Based at our vibrant campus# **About This Opportunity**Known locally as the Senior Principal Accountant (SPA), you will provide accurate, timely, and professional accounting and other support to the accounting and external reporting services of the Contract & Grants Accounting Section within Corporate Finance.Reporting to the Senior Manager of Contract and Grants Accounting, the SPA is responsible for the preparation of financial statements and acquittals in respect of external revenue and capital grant funding received at the University.## **Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:*** Prepare financial statements and acquittals for external funding, perform audit analysis, coordinate with auditors, and assist with the University's annual financial statements and research data reporting.* Maintain the Grants Module in UniFi, including project maintenance, exception report correction, and inputting financial requirements.* Provide strategic support on grant reporting, research accounting, and integration of policies, advising on complex grant reporting and reconciliation.* Analyse and interpret legal award letters and contracts to identify financial clauses and requirements, recording findings in UQ's financial system to ensure compliance.# **About You*** A degree (preferably in Commerce or Business) with substantial relevant experience.* Membership of a professional accounting body (e.g., CPA/ICA).* Experience in in performing accounting reconciliations and the ability to prepare financial reports e.g., income and expenditure statements.* Advanced knowledge of common PC based applications, e.g., spreadsheets, databases, email, and word processing.* Good interpersonal and written skills including effective liaison and consultative skills, the ability to write and prepare reports and communicate effectively with diverse groups, as well as represent and promote FBS at the University and wider community level, including Industry, Government, and professional bodies.* Proven organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet schedules and tight deadlines on a consistent basis.* Working knowledge of transaction auditing processes, accounting standards and their application in reporting processes.* Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex contractual financial requirements and document them for viewing/use/compliance across UQ.The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc.For more information about this opportunity, please contact Miss Ivy Lee (Senior Manager, Contracts & Grants) via ivy.lee@uq.edu.au.For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. # All applicants **must** upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:* Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the **‘About You’** section* Resume# **Other Information**At UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on . We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in the broadercommunity, whether that be,,,, or .Accessibility requirementsand/or adjustments can be directed to talent@uq.edu.au. If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board. **Applications close Sunday 9 November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-56945).**#LI-DNIUQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit .
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