Research Finance Officer

Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

**Job no**: 520239
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Crawley
**Categories**: Finance
- Offer crucial accounting and administrative support for research grant projects across various Schools and Centres.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an fixed term basis to 12/7/2026,
- Base salary range: $91,833 - $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of a strategic financial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance and transactional operations.

Finance undertakes this role through three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance and Procurement.

In undertaking this role, Finance operates support across the University, from advising the Vice-Chancellery, Executive and Senior leadership team on strategy and performance to supporting staff and students in their purchases and travel arrangements.

About the opportunity
- Maintain and monitor financial matters relating to research income.
- Interpret complex research contracts/agreements, including local, state, national and international, to ensure financial compliance at a corporate level.
- Establish, monitor, prepare and maintain detailed accounting records for individual research projects; this includes establishing finance schedules for budgets, milestones, invoicing dates, financial reporting and updating any variations.
- Prepare and present, as per individual contracts, monthly/quarterly/6 monthly or annual reports and financial statements; conduct regular account reconciliations, identify grants that require audit.

About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
- Substantial knowledge and experience of administrative and financial accounting practices and procedures at an appropriate level.
- Ability to analyse and problem solve situations.
- Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

**Note**: As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks, including **100-point ID verification** and **work rights confirmation**. Additional checks, such as a **National Police Clearance or financial assessments**, may be required depending on the role.

Position description: PD - Research Finance Officer 519716.pdf

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 28th May 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Note this is an ongoing role so those with limited visas cannot be considered.

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.

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.

**Advertised**: 21 May 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**:28 May 2025**W. Australia Standard Time