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    Corporate Accountant - New South Wales, Australia - University of Newcastle

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    Description

    Be challenged and imagine with us

    Our team of five Corporate Accountants are a high-performing group of qualified technical accountants who are well respected across the university for their responsive, timely and accurate reporting and advice. Together they undertake month-end and year-end functions as well as dealing with taxation and technical accounting queries from divisions, schools, and the University's Controlled Entities.

    In this role you will:

    • Assess accounting standards and determine the impact of changes.
    • Analyse large volumes of data to interpret trends.
    • Perform accounting transactions to support the management of the University and its controlled entities finance ledgers.
    Direct and involved engagement with senior leadership will mean you are key to supporting the university to make key operating decisions.

    This fixed term position is a parental leave cover until until April '25, is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

    How will you inspire us?

    Your degree, and preferably a post-graduate qualification or progress towards qualification, will underpin your understanding of technical accounting in such an environment. Your curious and collaborative nature will allow success in this role, along with a willingness to support your team members to meet reporting deadlines.

    In addition, you will have:
    • Solid experience either in an accounting firm or within a large and complex organisation
    • Strong judgement and problem-solving skills
    • Demonstrated skills in exploration and research as you contribute to one-off projects.
    What we offer

    The remuneration for this position is from $99,655 to $112, % superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

    We offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. For information on our employee benefits (such as leave, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, and salary packaging) please visit here.

    About our University

    The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

    We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

    The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

    Your next steps

    Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

    If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click 'Apply' (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

    Your application must include:
    • Your resume
    • A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
    • A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).
  • Previous experience performing month end close procedures within a large organisation and preparing FBT and GST tax returns.
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and a demonstrated deep knowledge of various IT systems.
  • Experience applying accounting standards to new activities in a business context.
  • Proven ability to operate independently with broad direction.
  • The ability to manage and execute ad-hoc projects using project management skills.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to communicate technical matters to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages (approximately 1,500 words).

    For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

    Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

    Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks.

    Contact Us

    For specific position enquiries, please contact Paul McCubbin ,Associate Director - Corporate Accounting & Treasury via email at

    Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: Please note, we do not accept email applications.

    Closing date: Wednesday 8 May at 11.59pm AEST

    We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

    #LI-CP1

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