Business Support Assistant

• Continuing, Full Time 
• Facilities Management Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton 
• Total Remuneration $89,263 to $100,411 pa (including salary of $75,429 to $84,849 plus 17% superannuation and 12.96% leave loading) 

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

CQUniversity’s Facilities Management Directorate (DFM) team is responsible for matching the planning and management of the University estate – including buildings and assets – with CQUniversity’s strategic vision. As a Business Support Assistant, you will be an essential part of DFM, ensuring the seamless execution of financial and administrative tasks that keep our operations running smoothly. 

In this role you will be responsible for undertaking financial and administrative duties within allocated timeframes. You will assist with budget preparations and reviews, ensure accurate financial record-keeping, and provide administrative support to the Executive Support Officer and wider DFM team. To excel in this role, you will possess an understanding of financial management and accounting, coupled with adept administration skills.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-orientated individual to join us in providing essential financial and administration support services. 

Be rewarded

• 6 weeks annual leave
• Generous carers and parental leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice of joining an award-winning superfund) 
• Flexible and inclusive work / life balance 
• Fantastic staff professional / career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

• Understanding of financial management and accounting concepts and processes and an ability to acquire knowledge of CQUniversity’s financial policies and processes. 
• Demonstrated analytical ability and proven ability to develop refined and accurate documents including reports, memorandums, letters and email correspondence. 
• Proven ability to organise work, meet deadlines and resolve problems with minimal supervision. 
• Proficient in the operation of computers including detailed knowledge of business support software including word, spread-sheeting, database systems and e-mail and experience in the use of a large corporate finance system. 

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday 20 March 2024

Job Requisition ID: 4417

Contact Details: 

Vicki Lawrie

(07) 4923 2329

[email protected]

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.