Financial Services Assistant

USC; Sunshine Coast Regional; Hybrid; AUD 57,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

UniSC Sunshine Coast is seeking a Financial Services Assistant to provide operational and administrative support across university financial activities. You will assist with accounts payable/receivable, taxation, procurement, corporate cards, travel and insurance administration, delivering accurate and customer-focused service.

The role offers casual, part-time opportunities with a competitive hourly rate and 12% superannuation, aligned to a university environment and flexible team operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in accounting, business or related discipline or equivalent experience in an accounts environment.
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial information.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a focus on 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 and ability to follow established procedures and escalate complex matters.
• 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.
• Provide general administrative support to the Financial Services team as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Financial Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Professional Level 4, $50.41 per hour plus 12% superannuation
• Multiple casual positions available

The Opportunity

Financial Services at UniSC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Services Assistant to provide operational and administrative support across a range of University financial activities.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will support functions including accounts payable and receivable, taxation, procurement, corporate cards, travel and insurance administration. You will also respond to financial enquiries, assist staff with routine processes and contribute to accurate, efficient and customer-focused service delivery.

This is an opportunity to apply your financial administration skills in a diverse role within a university environment, supporting the University's financial operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will

• 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.

About you

You are organised, adaptable and customer-focused, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. You enjoy working collaboratively, solving problems and providing helpful, accurate advice while handling confidential information with discretion.

You will possess:

• A diploma qualification in accounting, business or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience in an accounts environment;
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications;
• 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 escalate complex matters; and
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a flexible team environment.

Desirable: Experience in the higher education sector, familiarity with corporate travel systems and processes, or experience using University enterprise systems such as TechnologyOne CiA and Xetta.

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 [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 8 November 2026.

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

Georgina Ballester
Senior Financial Accountant - Financial Services
Email: [e-mail]

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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.