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• UniSC Clinical Trials | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 5, $54.75 per hour plus 12% superannuation
• Casual opportunity

The Opportunity

UniSC Clinical Trials is seeking a detail‑driven and collaborative casual Finance Officer to support the financial operations of our expanding clinical trials portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Operations Accountant, UniSC Clinical Trials, this role is central to ensuring the accurate and timely financial processing that underpins high‑quality clinical research.

You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day transactional financial activities across multiple research studies, including invoicing, participant payments, and financial data management within the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS). Your work will directly support research delivery, compliance, and a positive experience for both sponsors and trial participants.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys structured work, values precision, and wants their skills to contribute to meaningful, real‑world outcomes.

For more information, please visit us online: UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• Process clinical trial invoices for start‑up activities, milestones, per‑patient visits, and administrative fees in line with Clinical Trial Research Agreements and amendments;
• Maintain accurate financial records through daily data entry and quality control of patient visits in the CTMS;
• Process participant stipends and travel reimbursements accurately and within agreed timeframes;
• Liaise with UniSC Financial Services and TechOne to apply, reconcile, and monitor payments against invoices and study activity;
• Support accounts payable processes, including invoice preparation, tracking, and follow‑up to ensure timely payment; and
• Contribute to strong financial governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across clinical trial finance processes.

About you

You are organised, methodical, and confident working with financial data in a fast‑paced environment. You take pride in accuracy and enjoy working with systems, processes, and stakeholders to keep things running smoothly. You communicate clearly, manage competing priorities well, and understand the importance of compliance and confidentiality in a research setting.

You will possess:

• A diploma qualification in Accounting, Business, or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience;
• A solid understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes, including reconciliation;
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, and reporting;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer service focus;
• High attention to detail and the ability to process high volumes of transactions accurately and to deadline;
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline‑driven environment; and
• A demonstrated commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

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.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

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

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 14 June 2026.

 Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the job advertisement. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

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

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

Tess Young
Senior Operations Accountant - UniSC Clinical Trials
Telephone: 07 5456 3598
Email: tyoung1@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to 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.
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