Careers at UniSC

• Financial Services, Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay Campus
• Level 8, $118,986 - $134,756 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term until April 2027

The Opportunity

This role puts you at the heart of a University-wide financial management transformation, helping to shape and deliver practical solutions that make a real impact. You will work with complex, data-rich information to create financial models, decision support tools, frameworks and processes that can be embedded across the University. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving will guide your work as you navigate ambiguity, test assumptions and provide insights that support informed decisions. This is a hands-on role where analysis becomes action, contributing to a transparent, accountable and future-ready financial landscape at UniSC.

You will

• lead and deliver program initiatives that strengthen the University’s financial management and embed lasting improvements;
• turn investigation and analysis into practical frameworks, tools, and processes that drive meaningful, sustainable change; and
• provide clear, evidence-based financial insights and scenario analysis to inform decisions across the University.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives on turning complex financial and business information into practical, actionable insights. You enjoy digging into the details, building models and tools, and mapping processes to identify opportunities for improvement. You’re confident using your analysis to guide decisions, track benefits, and make a real difference in how our University manages its resources. You collaborate easily with others, test assumptions, and translate findings into clear recommendations that can be implemented and sustained. In short, you’re someone who combines sharp analytical thinking with a hands-on approach to help drive meaningful, lasting transformation across UniSC.

You will possess:

• Proven experience in financial and business analysis, including modelling, data interpretation, and delivering insights in complex organisations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to turn complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Experience supporting projects or transformation initiatives through structured analysis, reporting, and tracking outcomes.
• Clear and confident communication skills, able to present analysis to non-technical audiences and influence stakeholders.
• Well-developed organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience building engagement and collaboration across teams and levels, fostering understanding and action from your insights.

Desirable

• Experience in higher education or the public sector.
• Familiarity with financial management frameworks, budgeting, forecasting, or decision-support processes.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems, reporting tools, or business intelligence platforms.
• Professional accounting or finance certification (CPA, CA) or working toward certification.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  494324_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 19 April 2026

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Jodi Marchant
Interim Director Financial Services

Phone: 07 5409 8663

Email: jmarchant@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.