Job Description
Management Accountant (Research)
Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus with hybrid work arrangements, this full-time and continuing HEW 8 role offers a salary of $114,231 - $130,786 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time).
Why Work with Us?
* Access to various leave options, including generous parental leave
* Flexible working arrangements to manage your work-life balance
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career
* An inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus
About Us
Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus.
Our Values
* Progressive and open-minded
* Delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver the annual budget and forecast submissions, staff management plans, monthly reporting
* Manage and/or mentor a team of Assistant Accountants to provide and deliver a high-quality client service to identified Faculties, Strategic Research Centres, and Institutes across all aspects of research finance and grant accounting
* Maintenance of a high standard, culture, and practice for application of research expenditure and subsequent financial reporting and acquittals to ensure activity reflects and is in accordance with grant and contract funding rules
* Compile the external reporting of complex research grants, agreements, and partnerships
* Assist in the development and delivery of plans for training, education, awareness of Research systems, tools & policies to ensure a high standard, culture, and practice for application of research expenditure
Requirements
* Post-graduate qualifications, or progress towards, in accounting, finance, or other similar disciplines and extensive relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant accounting experience and/or education
* Certified Practising Accountant / Chartered Accountant
* Previous experience at a senior administrative level in financial administration and related activities, preferably in a University or other large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies, and procedures
How to Apply
* Submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience
About Deakin
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research, and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.