Manager (Financial Reporting and Compliance)

• Full-time, ongoing appointment
• Salary range: Level 10 $133,503 - $138,704 plus 17% superannuation  

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable 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  

The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of a strategic financial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance and human resources administrative and transactional operations.

Finance undertakes this role through three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance and Procurement.

About the opportunity  

You will lead the University’s annual consolidated financial statements, statutory and internal reporting requirements, fixed asset register, general ledger, taxation and general financial compliance.

You will also ensure continuous improvement and best practices of the University financial reporting models and drive collaboration within Finance to contribute to the overall commitment of Financial Services to deliver service excellence.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• A degree or other relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, business or related field of study or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Full professional membership of a recognised Australian accounting body and a minimum of 10 years relevant experience
• Extensive experience in statutory financial reporting and knowledge of financial legislation and accounting best practice standards including knowledge of Australian Accounting standards
• Extensive experience with management and financial accounting systems in an environment involving multiple funding arrangements
• Substantial experience in strategic and financial planning, financial analysis, budgeting, management and international reporting and financial policy development to meet statutory obligations and best practice accounting standards
• Proven record in conducting investigations and providing financially and managerially sound recommendations on business activities
• Demonstrated experience in interacting and providing specialist written and verbal advice to customers and senior management on financial management reporting
• Demonstrated skills in leading and managing people in the workplace, building productive and cooperative teams and creating effective communication and consultation processes

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying:   Manager Financial Reporting & Compliance .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  

Closing date: 11:55PM on Wednesday, 16 March 2022

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. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:02 Mar 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:16 Mar 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time