Management Accountant

4 days ago


Lockyer Valley Regional, Australia University of Queensland Full time $102,565 - $111,686
  • Finance Professional Services (FPS)

  • Full time, continuing position

  • Base salary will be in the range $102,565 - $111, % Superannuation (HEW Level 7) 

  • Split between our Gatton and St Lucia locations (2 days per week required at Gatton)

About This Opportunity  

The University of Queensland's Finance and Business Services Division is seeking a motivated Management Accountant to join the Science Faculty, providing high-quality financial advice and project accounting services. Working in a collaborative and client-focused team, the role partners with senior project leaders and researchers to ensure effective financial planning, budgeting, and compliance, supporting the faculty's operational and research activities through sound analysis, insights, and professional guidance. 

Key responsibilities will include:  

  • Delivering financial advice and analysis to project leaders to support decision-making, grant utilisation, and compliant cost management.

  • Contributing to financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and the development of business strategies for client business units.

  • Managing the application of financial governance, compliance frameworks, and risk management processes across projects.

  • Supporting the preparation of business cases and providing operational leadership to enhance financial capability and performance within the team.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

  • Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 

  • 17% superannuation contributions 

  • 17.5% annual leave loading 

  • Free intercampus bus between the Gatton and St Lucia campuses

  • Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 

  • Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

  • UQ Study for Staff 

  • On campus childcare options 

  • Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

  • Salary packaging options 

About You

You will be a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional with the ability to provide high-quality financial analysis and project accounting services in a complex environment. With strong technical expertise and a collaborative approach, you will build trusted relationships with stakeholders and deliver strategically aligned financial advice and solutions.

You will also bring:

  • Degree qualifications in accounting, business, commerce, or a related field (or equivalent relevant training and professional experience).

  • Progress towards, or current membership of, a professional accounting body (CPA/CA or equivalent).

  • Strong financial accounting, analysis, and reporting skills with demonstrated experience in project-based accounting.

  • Proven ability to deliver financial advisory services within complex stakeholder and policy environments.

  • Experience providing strategically aligned operational financial advice and solutions to support business objectives.

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to work effectively with senior leaders and diverse teams.

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.  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

Questions?  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jurgens Liebenberg, Finance Manager, at    

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

Want to Apply?  

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:  

  • Resume 

  • A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section 

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact  

Other Information  

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.

Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications close Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R



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