Senior Management Accountant

Universities Admissions Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 146,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Work-life balance

Job summary

Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) invites applications for a Senior Management Accountant to join the Corporate Finance team in Rhodes NSW. The role leads financial planning, forecasting and performance analysis to support strategic decisions across admissions, student processing and technology investments.

You will work closely with executive leadership and operations, ensuring governance and regulatory requirements are met while delivering high-quality financial insights that drive service

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or related discipline, with CPA/CA or equivalent.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting with strong modelling.
• Experience translating financial data into operational insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong governance, compliance and financial integrity focus.
• Proven commercial acumen and ability to align insights with organisational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, performance analysis.
• Provide strategic financial support across the Admissions Centre.
• Translate financial data into clear operational insights for service delivery and stakeholder decisions.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and operational teams.
• Ensure planning aligns with sector trends, regulatory requirements and strategy.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Governance

Strategic thinking

Education

Finance/Accounting/Commerce degree

CPA/CA qualification

Job description

Universities Admissions Centre – Rhodes NSW

What we do

The Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) was established in 1995 and is the largest tertiary admissions centre in Australia. Owned by universities in NSW and the ACT, UAC’s mission is to provide excellence in admissions services, including the calculation of the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

Our Corporate Finance department is an integral part of UAC’s operations providing specialised support to UAC’s Board, Executive and staff, ensuring that UAC’s financial resourcing and objectives align with the organisation’s strategic objectives and contribute to its overall success.

We’re now looking for a Senior Management Accountant to contribute to UAC’s success.

About the Role

UAC is seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join the Corporate Finance department.

As a Senior Management Accountant, you are responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, performance analysis, and strategic financial support across the Admissions Centre. The role supports organisational sustainability by providing high-quality financial insights that inform service delivery, student application processing, technology investment, and stakeholder partnership decisions.

Working closely with executive leadership and operational teams, the role ensures financial planning aligns with sector trends, regulatory requirements, and organisational strategy.

What We’re Looking for

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Completion of a tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline; and CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification; or an equivalent combination of extensive experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, with strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Experience supporting senior stakeholders with the ability to translate financial data into clear operational insights.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and financial integrity.
• Proven commercial acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to link financial insights to organisational objectives.

Why Join UAC?

We’re a dynamic organisation and proud to offer excellent conditions, including a competitive remuneration package, generous staff benefits, and a genuine work/life balance.

We provide flexibility for our staff who are continuing to work from home and the office.

We have the technology platforms and ethos to ensure our remote teams continue to stay connected!

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the continued success of UAC as we deliver cutting‑edge platforms that facilitate lifelong learning.

• Competitive salary and generous staff benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Opportunities to lead high‑impact projects that shape the education sector.
• A collaborative, inclusive workplace that values innovation and professional growth.

Remuneration:

The annual salary range is $146,493.82 – $165,217.81 pa (includes base salary plus 17% employer superannuation contribution and annual leave loading).

This is a 12-month fixed-term appointment (FTA) with the potential for growth. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate and eager to contribute to meaningful projects in the education sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Questions?

For any questions, email ****@uac.edu.au

Applications close: Wednesday, 11 November2026