Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As a Finance Officer, 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 Finance Officer you will provide proactive, timely, and accurate financial and resource information, advice, processing and activities regarding the management of international student financial processes for the Griffith International Team.

The Finance Officer roles in Griffith International have knowledge across a multitude of areas including agent commission, overseas student health care, international student refunds, financial aid, OS-HELP loan application and international student scholarships and may also support other general finance requirements of the Griffith International team. This particular secondment role, initially, will be responsible for overseas student health cover (OSHC) and international student refund processing.

About you
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future.

You will also have a passion within finance and sound understanding of financial practices. This role would suit someone with great hands on practical experience within a finance team.

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (ending 19.12.2025), full time position primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites 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 $77,761 - $87,235 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $90,980 - $102,064 per annum.

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

• A wide range of Learning and Development opportunities.
• A 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 qualifications 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.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Libby Murray, Manager, International Finance & Compliance on libby.murray@griffith.edu.au.

For application support, please contact People Services on 07 3735 4011 and quote reference number REF7255L.

Closing date: 11:59pm AEST, Sunday the 30th March 2025. All applications must be submitted online.