Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

As a pivotal member of the Transaction Support team, this position assumes a central role in the post-award financial management of student sponsorships and scholarship agreements. This is a dynamic and impactful role involving a mix of administration and an advanced level of communication skills as you will be collaborating with external organisations (e.g. sponsor's including international embassies) and multiple University stakeholders:  

• Facilitate seamless student fee transfers and payments, process invoices, and meticulously record financial and non-financial data across multiple internal and external ERP systems.
• Enjoy the challenge of the intricacies of complex financial reconciliations, preparing General Ledger journals, conducting account reconciliations, and producing insightful reports.

Your typical day

• Establish Third Party Contracts in our main ERP system (Oracle PeopleSoft) to transfer student fees to their respective Sponsor's account.
• Process payments against Sponsor's accounts.
• Perform account reconciliations and debt control management.

Join us in this rewarding position where you'll not only contribute to the success of our students but also make a significant impact on the financial stability of our institution. Embrace the challenge and seize the opportunity to excel in the world of sponsorship and scholarship finance.

About you
You will have:

• Exceptional account reconciliation skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey clear financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with sponsors and colleagues nationally and internationally.
• Ability to be resourceful and have analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex financial issues and discrepancies.
• Demonstrated debt management experience.

What we can offer
This is a continuing, full time position and can be primarily based at our Nathan or Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW level 5 range $74,016 - $83,033 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $86,599 - $97,149 per annum.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the “About you” above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact John Koutsellis, Finance Strategic Leader via [email protected]

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 373 54011 and quote reference number REF4575N.

Closing date: Tuesday, 27 February 2024 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.