• Transactional Services (FPS)

• Multiple roles available with continuing as well as 6-month and 12-month fixed-term positions

• Base salary will be in the range $74,534 - $79,026 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 4) 

• Opportunities across all of our locations 

About This Opportunity  

We are seeking motivated, energetic and organised Finance Officers to process a wide range of financial transactions in the Transactional Services Team. We have continuing as well as fixed-term (6 month or 12 month) positions available.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Officer (or Financial Services Coordinator) and working under general direction, the role involves providing timely, accurate and efficient finance transactions processing and data entry related to accounts payable, invoicing, journal entries, credit and debtor management, and registration of assets.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Transaction Processing & Accuracy: Efficiently and accurately process finance transactions, including accounts payable, invoicing, debtor/credit management, and asset-related transactions, in accordance with University policies and standard operating procedures.

• Chart of Accounts Management: Ensure the validity and proper use of chart strings, and maintain an understanding of the chart of accounts to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes across the client portfolio.

• Stakeholder Collaboration & Service Delivery: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality finance services that meet client needs and operational requirements.

• Compliance & Issue Resolution: Adhere to governance protocols, ensuring compliance with University policies, legislative requirements, and escalation of complex or sensitive issues that require additional expertise to resolve.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions 

• 17.5% annual leave loading 

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• UQ Study for Staff 

• On campus childcare options 

• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

• Salary packaging options 

About You  

• Diploma qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related field with relevant experience in transactions processing or shared services functions and/or equivalent combination of relevant training and professional experience

• Ability to apply knowledge of finance systems, policies and processes to a wide range of financial transactions to ensure accurate, timely and efficient transaction processing

• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with key stakeholders and clients ensuring service delivery meets key requirements

• Experience working with enterprise technology and software solutions and systems, utilising multiple user modules for the submission of a diverse range of data and information sets

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment, whilst taking full accountability for the efficient delivery of set tasks within agreed timeframes and to agreed service standards

• Experience working in service delivery functions in complex stakeholder and policy environments.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

Questions?  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kristina Carmody at k.carmody@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

Want to Apply?  

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: 

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section   

• Resume  

Other Information  

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. 

Applications close Sunday, 30 March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-49256).