Financial Accountant

Creating a brighter future for all
Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

Since opening in 1975, Griffith has grown from one campus and 451 students to become a comprehensive, multi-campus institution, with 50,000 students and more than 200,000 graduates.

The finance team partners with University staff to ensure the ongoing financial sustainability of Griffith through the provision of accurate, transparent, relevant and timely information and analysis. This is supported by an array of financial systems and processes. 

Reporting to the Manager, Accounting, Tax & Treasury, this position plays a key role in supporting the financial reporting framework for the university. Specifically, you will develop, implement and continue to improve processes to comply with financial accounting and tax reporting requirements (e.g. FBT, GST) and resolve escalated issues. You will also provide detailed advice on finance, accounting and tax policies, systems and issues.   

This role involves various reporting requirements to State and Federal bodies which will involve utilising the management information platforms and interaction across the departments. Reconciliations, review of sub ledgers and contributing to the assurance required in relation to the integrity of the reporting also forms part of this role. 

This is a full time continuing position based at our Nathan campus. 

The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7, Base Salary $89,384 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total package is in the range of $104,580 to $113,3301 per annum.

To be successful in this position you will be CA or CPA qualified with a demonstrated background in a similar position or a track record of high performance at a reputable professional services firm.

You will have experience in the preparation or review of financial reports including the interpretation and application of accounting standards and principles. Any tax experience will be highly preferable.

You will be able to identify and drive process improvement initiatives alongside superb communication and stakeholder engagement skills to effectively liaise across the university.

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

• mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
• salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.

 Applicants must have unrestricted work rights.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information about this role, please contact Hilda Yu, Manager, Accounting, Tax & Treasury on +61 (07) 3735 7260.

For application queries, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011.

Closing date: Monday, 22 August 2022 at 5 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.