University of New South WalesHigh St, Kensington, AustraliaPhone:Web Site: www.unsw.edu.auEmployment type: Fixed-term, full-time contract (35 hours per week)Duration: 18 months (to end September 2026)Remuneration: Senior appointment – competitive total packageLocation: UNSW Canberra, ADFA CampusAbout UNSW Canberra:University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation's Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours.
This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight.
Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are integral to the university experience.Why Your Role Matters:The Finance Business Partnering team is accountable for providing end-to-end finance services to UNSW Canberra, including financial planning, forecasting and reporting, financial analysis and decision support, general accounting and transactional services across all funding sources.
The role of the Finance Business Partner provides senior level financial advice and support to enhance business performance, aid decision making, and support the achievement of operational and strategic objectives.
You will lead the Finance Analyst team and Accounts Processing teams while acting as a financial and strategic advisor to the Rector, Faculty Executive Director, Heads of School, and Centre Directors.Who You Are (skills and experience):Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent) and extensive relevant professional sector experience.Significant expertise in core and complex financial management and financial control processes, commercial management, insight-driven analysis and modelling, and providing actionable commercial and strategic advice in a complex organisation at a senior level.Advanced audience-appropriate communication, interpersonal, and senior stakeholder management skills with demonstrated ability to inform, persuade, and negotiate successfully with a wide range of senior internal and external stakeholders.Significant leadership experience with demonstrated capability to identify and establish priorities and mentor, develop, and motivate the team to deliver value to senior stakeholders and customers.Proven capability to improve performance and streamline and simplify processes within a large and complex organisation.Benefits and Culture:UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours, etc.
)Additional three days leave during December festive periodUp to 50% discount on UNSW coursesFlexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments, and salary sacrificeFree gym accessUNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places, and Healthy Culture.Eligibility:The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role.
The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description.
You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.To be successful, you will hold Australian Working Rights.
UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.How to apply:Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW.
Please apply via our online recruitment system.In your application, please include:your CVa 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.auApplications close: Wednesday 5th February 2025 at 11.30pm AEST(for job-related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW.UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion.
Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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