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Senior Finance Officer - Finance Research Support


Company : University of Tasmania


Location : Launceston, Tasmania


Created : 2025-07-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Looking to become part of a welcoming and collaborative community making a difference for Tasmania and the World? View our current career opportunities here.Senior Finance Officer - Finance Research SupportApply now Job no: 501187Work type: Full timeLocation: LauncestonCategories: FinanceSeeking a detail-driven, finance expert with a growth mindset and appetite for process improvementPlay a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and impactful financial outcomesFull time, ongoing role based in LauncestonAbout the opportunityThe Senior Finance Officer role is a key position in the central Finance Research Support team and has specific responsibilities in relation to the efficient and effective financial administration, management and reporting of the Universitys research projects.What youll do:Manage the accurate setup, maintenance, and closure of research projects in RAS and the Finance System, ensuring contractual and budgetary requirements are met.Prepare and submit timely financial reports and acquittals to funding bodies, ensuring compliance with grant conditions and resolving any reporting queries.Undertake monthly reconciliations, allocate indexed funding, oversee transaction approvals, and support audits to ensure integrity of financial data and compliance with contractual obligations.Undertake annual Australian Research Council and National Health and Medical Research Council reporting and support broader reporting obligations such as Higher Education Research Data Collection and Australian Bureau of Statistics surveys.Deliver proactive support and financial advice to researchers and staff, while improving systems and documentation through collaboration, training, and continuous process enhancement.What were looking for:Sound financial, analytical, and commercial skills, including problem solving and decision-making abilities.Demonstrated ability and proficiency in the effective use of computer applications and business systems.Proficient in the use of Finance systems and ability and willingness to learn.Demonstrated ability to work in a flexible and collaborative manner and to work to conflicting deadlines, using sound judgement and initiative to prioritise workload.Demonstrated commitment towards a customer focused approach to service delivery and to continuous improvement.Salary detailsAppointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,878 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.How to ApplyTo apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience You do not need to separately address the success criteria.For further information about this position, please contact Emma Bates, Associate Director, Financial Controller & Research Support, Emma.Bates@utas.edu.auPlease refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.Applications close Tuesday, 22 July 2025, 11.55pmTo be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.Advertised: 08 Jul 2025 Tasmania Standard TimeApplications close: 22 Jul 2025 Tasmania Standard TimeWe will email you new jobs that match this search.Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription.The email address was invalid, please check for errors.Join a dynamic finance team as a Senior Finance Officer - Finance Research SupportJoin a dynamic finance team as a Senior Finance Officer - Finance Research Support #J-18808-Ljbffr