Job no: 0063993
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
About the Role
The Research Finance Advisor will manage a portfolio of funding programs, acting as the primary contact for Chief Investigators (CIs). This includes supporting CIs in financial resource management and compliance with complex funding rules. Additionally, the role involves overseeing all financial aspects of the projects and collaborating with leadership to implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Manage the financial operations of assigned research funding programs, serving as the main point of contact for Chief Investigators from start to finish.
- Deliver finance support to academic clients within the Research Finance function under the University's shared services model.
- Act as a trusted advisor, maintaining relationships with Faculty stakeholders, assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for research operations.
- Support the development of grant and contract budgets, collaborating on process improvements and system changes with the Supervisor.
- Provide accurate management reporting and contribute to Faculty budget forecasts for externally funded research and non-research projects.
Who we are looking for
You will have a strong focus on continuous improvement, applying agile methodologies to adapt and respond effectively to evolving environments. You will demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently, while possessing excellent organisational, communication, and financial skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and managing stakeholder relationships effectively.
You will also have:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a business-related discipline, coupled with practical experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Either hold or be working towards a CPA/CA qualification, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development.
- Experience with Workday, with implementation experience highly desirable.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Advertised: 04 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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