Casual Financial Services Assistant - Flexible & Impactful

University of the Sunshine Coast; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual employment

12% superannuation

Job summary

University of the Sunshine Coast is seeking a motivated Financial Services Assistant to provide operational and administrative support across a range of University financial activities on the Sunshine Coast. This casual role offers exposure to AP/AR, taxation, procurement, corporate cards, travel and insurance administration.

You will work as part of a collaborative team to deliver accurate, efficient and customer-focused service while supporting GST/FBT processes and maintaining compliant

Qualifications

• Diploma in accounting, business or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial information.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to responsive client service.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions while maintaining compliance.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Working knowledge of GST and FBT requirements, including the ability to follow established procedures and elevate complex matters.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a flexible team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and transaction processing;
• Respond to financial enquiries and provide timely, accurate and customer-focused advice to staff;
• Assist with procurement, corporate travel, insurance and credit card administration;
• Support GST and FBT processes, following established procedures and escalating complex matters as required;
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions comply with University policies and relevant legislative requirements;
• Assist with developing and providing guidance on routine financial processes;
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and service delivery; and
• Provide general administrative support to the Financial Services team as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Independence

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in accounting or related discipline

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of the Sunshine Coast is seeking a motivated Financial Services Assistant to provide operational and administrative support across a range of University financial activities on the Sunshine Coast. This casual role offers exposure to AP/AR, taxation, procurement, corporate cards, travel and insurance administration.

You will work as part of a collaborative team to deliver accurate, efficient and customer-focused service while supporting GST/FBT processes and maintaining compliant