Management Accountant, University Strategic Research Projects

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Work type:Full-time
Location:Flexible
Categories:Management, Finance

• Flexible location
• Full-time and fixed-term for 2 years
• HEW 8 $109,837 - $125,755 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

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.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help 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.

The primary purpose of the Management Accountant, University Strategic Research Projects is to ensure the effective operational and strategic financial management of the ongoing projects being undertaken as a result of state and federally funded research initiatives such as The Victorian Higher Education State investment Fund (VHESIF), and the federally funded Trailblazer initiative (REaCH), along with future projects arising from these start up initiatives.

As a Management Accountant, you will:

• Provide accurate and timely finance reports to the steering committees, Project Control Groups, Program Management Office, Compact Working Group, and integration of projects into reporting for the Infrastructure and Property Group, Research Portfolio and Deakin Portfolio Office
• Oversee the timely coordination, preparation and submission of budget and forecasts for all projects and the overall program ensuring submission of annual budgets, forecast and triennial projections, monitoring actual performance throughout the year. Ensure optimal operational and strategic financial management of the Projects through interpreting, explaining and driving finance performance within the Projects
• Work alongside Project managers and sponsors to support and advise on key business planning assumptions, trade-offs and opportunities to bring improved outcomes. Work with Project owners to develop robust financial resourcing and operating plans for the ongoing activities post completion of the project phase Infrastructure build of these initiatives.
• Improve practices and ensure buy in for new ways of working     

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Certified Practising Accountant / Chartered Accountant (or studying towards completion)
• Experience at a senior administrative level in financial administration and related activities, preferably in a large Research Organisation or other large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies, and procedures
• Experience in the preparation and monitoring of complex budgets and performance reports for discrete projects or initiatives.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Susan Rose (Associate Director, Research Finance) via email at [email protected].

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Management Accountant University Strategic Research Projects PD.pdf

Applications for this position close on 9 April at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised:26 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:09 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time