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Job · Australia · Full time

Finance Partner

The University of Queensland · $1.47B budget · Since 1909

The University of Queensland (the "University") was established by an act of parliament in 1909 to disseminate knowledge and promote scholarship through the operation of a University in brisbane, australia. Today, the University is a premier research and teaching institution in australia, with approximately 55,000 students and 7,504 full-time equivalent employees. The University has departments or "faculties" in the areas of arts, business, economics and law, engineering, architecture and information technology, health sciences, medicine, science, and social and behavioral sciences. In addition, the University has eight other institutes, including the institute for molecular bioscience, Queensland brain institute, global change institute and the Queensland alliance for agriculture and food innovation. IT operates through over 34 sites throughout Queensland and has additional involvement with a large number of other centers and institutes.

Before you apply

FY2022 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$326K–$632K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$1.52B
spent in FY2022
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Spent on programs
100%
of spending
Looks good: 100% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−6%
of revenue, FY2022
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
28 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 28.3 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2022
latest Form 990
Worth a look: the latest return is for FY2022, 4 tax years back; more than 3 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(4)
tax-exempt since 2019
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
Looks goodFineWorth a lookConcernTap a box for the reason.

About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Finance Professional Services Full time (100%); 1 x continuing position, 1 x fixed term position through to October 2027 Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) Based at our St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity We are seeking a driven and proactive Finance Partner to support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) portfolio. Working within a collaborative and high-performing finance advisory team, you will partner with senior leaders to provide trusted financial insights that support informed decision-making and strategic outcomes.

This is an opportunity to build strong partnerships, influence key decisions and contribute to meaningful outcomes across the University. Key responsibilities will include: Providing trusted financial advice to leaders and chief investigators to support cost management and the optimal utilisation of funding. Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and managing the escalation of complex financial matters. Applying financial processes, governance frameworks and policy controls to ensure compliance with University and external requirements.

Facilitating collaboration between finance advisory and transaction services teams to enhance service delivery, financial performance and strategic outcomes. About You Degree qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of extensive training and professional experience. Strong financial accounting, analysis and reporting capability, including experience delivering project-based accounting services. Demonstrated experience within financial advisory, business partnering or service delivery functions operating in complex stakeholder environments.

Proven ability to build, influence and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and clients. Highly developed communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and drive informed decision-making. Demonstrated capability to provide strategically aligned financial advice that supports organisational priorities and objectives. Strong understanding of financial governance, compliance requirements, policy frameworks and risk management principles. Progress towards, or membership of, a professional accounting body such as CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or equivalent.

About UQ As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program…

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About The University of Queensland

From its Form 990