Careers at UniSC

• UniSC Clinical Trials, Sippy Downs, Morayfield or Southbank Campus
• Level 8, $115,240 - $130,514 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full time, fixed-term appointment for 3 years

The Opportunity

As Senior Accountant for Clinical Trials at the University of the Sunshine Coast, you will lead the precise and timely reporting of operational finances within the Clinical Trials business unit. You'll proactively provide value-added financial and business services to both internal teams and external partners. Leading a dedicated team, you'll oversee daily financial operations, ensuring meticulous adherence to UniSC policies and procedures. Your role will be pivotal in driving business process enhancements and project implementations aimed at optimising financial workflows. Additionally, you'll play a key role in preparing and presenting annual Financial Statements, taxation reports, and investment strategies, all while upholding best practices and compliance with professional accounting standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a progressive academic environment, supporting our commitment to excellence in research and innovation.

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

You will

• lead Clinical Trials financial operations, overseeing accounts, reporting, and team success;
• ensure strong financial management by upholding UniSC policies and guiding the team; and
• collaborate on annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

About you

You're an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of financial operations and reporting. You lead with confidence, ensuring efficient processes, accurate financial management, and compliance with relevant standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, you look for ways to enhance systems and streamline workflows. Your ability to provide clear advice and build strong working relationships makes you a valued partner to senior leaders and stakeholders. If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise in a progressive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

You will possess:

• Strong knowledge of financial operations, systems, and compliance in a higher education environment, including legislation and taxation for statutory bodies.
• Experience managing financial and accounting systems in a medium to large organisation, with a solid understanding of accounting standards, audit requirements, financial controls, taxation, and reporting.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial policies and processes, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Extensive leadership and team management experience in financial services, particularly across Accounts Payable and Receivable, with a focus on reviewing and refining these functions.
• Advanced computer literacy, including expertise in databases, TechnologyOne, SharePoint, Excel, and other Microsoft applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial processes clearly and prepare well-structured reports and materials.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality client service, with strong relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong organisational and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively within a team.

Desirable:

• Experience in the higher education sector and an understanding of industry trends that may impact university operations.
• Familiarity with university enterprise systems.

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:  493079_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, Friday 21 March 2025

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained 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:

Lucas Litewka
Director, UniSC Clinical Trials
Telephone: 07 5456 5265
Email: llitewka@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.

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 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in 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