Senior Financial Services Officer

University of the Sunshine Coast; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation 12%

Job summary

University of the Sunshine Coast – Sippy Downs QLD is seeking a casual Senior Financial Services Officer to support the Financial Reporting team. You will deliver high-level operational support for financial reporting, taxation, insurance, and governance, ensuring timely and accurate processes during busy periods.

You will handle reconciliations, assist with month-end close, audit documentation, and reporting, while engaging with internal stakeholders to uphold strong financial governance and

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance (or working towards).
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Knowledge of GST and FBT reporting (desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist with taxation compliance activities, including GST and FBT reporting, adhering to policies and controls.
• Support administration and processing of the University’s insurance activities and preparation of financial reports.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and provide supporting documentation for audits.

Skills

Accounting qualification

Financial accounting

GST/FBT knowledge

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Deadline management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Financial systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

University of the Sunshine Coast – Sippy Downs QLD

• Level 6, $63.43 per hour plus 12% employer superannuation
• Casual appointment

The Opportunity

The casual Senior Financial Services Officer will provide high-level operational support within the Financial Reporting team, contributing to the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, reconciliation, taxation, and insurance activities across the University.

This is a hands-on role supporting key financial accounting functions during a busy operational period, ensuring financial processes remain compliant, accurate, and responsive to organisational requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to assist with month-end activities, reporting obligations, and audit requirements while maintaining strong financial governance and control practices.

You will

• perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end and year-end financial close processes, including journals and reporting requirements;
• assist with taxation compliance activities, including GST and FBT reporting, while maintaining compliance with financial policies and internal controls;
• provide support with the administration and processing of the University’s insurance activities and preparation of financial reports; and
• assist with preparation of financial statements and provide supporting documentation for internal and external audit requirements.

About you

Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and proactive financial accounting professional with strong reconciliation and reporting capability. You are confident working with financial data, maintaining accuracy under pressure, and supporting the delivery of key financial processes within a collaborative team environment.

You will possess:

• relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (or working towards);
• demonstrated experience in financial accounting, particularly reconciliations and month-end processes;
• knowledge of taxation requirements, including GST and FBT reporting (desirable);
• strong attention to detail and analytical skills;
• proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel;
• the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines; and
• strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

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 *************@usc.edu.au or call [phone].

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

Georgina Ballester
Interim Associate Director, Financial Operations
Email: **********@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 collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
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• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
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