Manager Financial Accounting (Corporate Accounting)

Join the University of Newcastle’s finance team as the Manager – Financial Accounting (Corporate Accounting), applying your expertise in technical accounting and leading our corporate accounting team. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, delivering financial reporting and insights that support strategic decision-making in our large, multi-entity organisation.

Key responsibilities: 

Reporting to the Associate Director, Corporate Accounting and Treasury, your key responsibilities include:

• Manage and coach a team of five, fostering growth and delivering exceptional outcomes.
• Provide guidance on Australian Accounting Standards, tax compliance, and best-practice accounting controls to support the operations of the University and its controlled entities.
• Deliver month-end and year-end close processes, including statutory reporting for the University and its controlled entities.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure the completion of accurate financial statements and compliance with reporting obligations.
• Collaborate with Finance Business Partners and the management teams of controlled entities to understand financial needs, delivering tailored advice and actionable insights.
• Contribute as a subject matter expert to high-impact projects aligned with the University's strategic goals.

This full-time role is based at our Callaghan Campus on Awabakal and Worimi land, with hybrid work opportunities available.

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Post-graduate qualifications in accounting (CAANZ or CPA) or equivalent experience.
• Extensive financial accounting experience and the ability to apply technical accounting expertise to a broad range of operational matters.
• Ability to lead a small team, building their capability and delivering exceptional outcomes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for non-financial stakeholders.
• Strategic insight and the ability to navigate complex organisational structures.
• Knowledge of best-practice accounting controls and their application in a large, multifaceted organisation.
• Commitment to cultivating a safe, equitable, and diverse workplace.
• Experience using TechnologyOne or similar is desirable.

Please note:

• You must have ongoing work rights in Australia, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Due to the nature of this role, the University will require the preferred candidate to undertake pre-employment checks.

Why this role? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a financial accounting leadership role. You’ll enjoy varied responsibilities, balancing team management with technical accounting to support the financial integrity of the University.   

• Competitive salary: $130,798 - $140,139 plus 17% superannuation, based on your skills and experience.
• Work-life balance: Full-time (35-hour week) with flexible and hybrid work options.
• Career growth: Build your expertise in a complex organisation, develop connections with stakeholders across the University, and take advantage of structured career development opportunities.
• Meaningful work: Contribute to an organisation committed to making a positive impact through education, research, and community engagement.
• Additional perks: Enjoy extra leave, staff discounts, and more (see our Benefits at a Glance page).

 Our University:

The University of Newcastle continues to build its global reputation for being one of the world's most prestigious universities. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement, and sustainability. Across our campuses in Newcastle, the Central Coast, Sydney, and Singapore, the University of Newcastle supports over 37,000 students.

How to apply:

If you are viewing this ad on a job board, please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to the University’s website, where you can review the full Position Description and submit your application. Please include the following:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter and response to criteria (not exceeding 4 pages) outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity, and summarising how your skills and experience align with the following key requirements:

1. Post-graduate qualifications in accounting (CAANZ or CPA) or equivalent experience.
2. Extensive financial accounting experience and the ability to apply technical accounting expertise to a broad range of operational matters.
3. Ability to lead a small team, building their capability and delivering exceptional outcomes.
4. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for non-financial stakeholders.
5. Strategic insight and the ability to navigate complex organisational structures.

Note: These differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the above in your application.

Applications close: Monday 27th January 2025, 11:59 PM (AEDT).

Contact us:

Position Enquiries? For specific position enquiries, please contact Faye Liu, Associate Director, Corporate Accounting and Treasury, faye.liu@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Alternative pathways? We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you need alternative ways to view the Position Description or submit your application, please don't hesitate to contact us at employment@newcastle.edu.au. We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

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