Assistant Accountant (Tax & Assets)

• Make a meaningful impact, grow professionally, and contribute to the continued success of a World top 100 University.
• Level 6, full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $87,460 – $92,430 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
At our University, Finance plays a pivotal role in ensuring the responsible management of our financial resources. We provide strategic financial advice, establish robust financial frameworks, oversee procurement, and manage our investment portfolios. Our team, structured around Financial Compliance, Financial Performance, and Procurement, supports stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, from executive leadership to individual staff and students.

About the opportunity
As the Assistant Accountant (Tax & Assets), you will provide essential support to our Financial Compliance team, with a primary focus on taxation and asset register management. Your role will involve offering expert advice to staff on GST, FBT, and fixed asset processes, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualification in relevant field or equivalent competency.
• Substantial administrative and financial management experience.
• Proficient understanding of Australian tax legislation and accounting standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Competency in computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with system controls and processes.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position description - Assistant Accountant (Tax & Assets) (517124).pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 14 April 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Linda Zhai at [email protected] . 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Advertised:03 Apr 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:14 Apr 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time