Financial Services Assistant - Flexible Hours, Casual

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

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.