"Assistant Accountant"

Job Description:

• Finance and Business Services - Contracts & Grants Accounting section
• Full-time, permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $83,776 - $93,121 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our vibrant St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

The Assistant Accountant provides financial administration support to the Contract & Grants Accounting function, assisting with the financial management of research and non-research grants across the University. This role supports the accurate setup and administration of research income billing plans and contributes to the effective financial management of projects by working closely with Senior Principal Accountants and stakeholders across the University.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain accurate financial records for research and non-research grants, including project setup, maintenance and closeout activities.
• Support research billing processes including raising invoices, reviewing overheads and processing grant-related refunds.
• Review financial exception reports and prepare journals or adjustments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Liaise with academics, professional staff, research offices and external funding bodies to support the financial administration of research projects

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

You are a detail-oriented finance professional with strong accounting knowledge and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders in a complex organisational environment.

You will demonstrate:

• A degree in Commerce, Business or Accounting, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education
• At least three years’ experience in a general accounting or finance administration role
• Experience using financial or accounting systems to extract data and prepare reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and other data management tools
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with stakeholders across the organisation
• A proactive and reliable approach, demonstrating initiative and accountability in delivering accurate financial outcomes

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Maree Brooks, Accountant at m.brooks@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 8 April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-62755).