"Finance Officer"

Job Description:

• Finance and Business Services
• 1 full time, continuing position and multiple fixed term roles available
• Base salary will be in the range $77,545 - $82,218 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 4)
• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officers to join the University of Queensland. Reporting to the Financial Services Coordinator, you will work within a supportive team environment to deliver accurate and efficient financial transaction processing, ensuring compliance with University policies and supporting operational and strategic needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing accounts payable, invoicing, debtor and credit management, asset registration, and journal entries in line with policy and procedures.
• Ensuring the accuracy and validity of financial data and chart of accounts for reporting, budgeting, and forecasting purposes.
• Building effective relationships with stakeholders to deliver high-quality finance services and escalating complex issues where necessary.
• Contributing to governance, compliance, and process improvements to support effective financial operations.

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
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

You will be an organised and detail-focused finance professional with experience in delivering accurate and efficient financial transaction processing within complex environments. With strong technical knowledge and a collaborative approach, you can apply finance policies and systems effectively while building positive relationships with stakeholders to support high-quality service delivery.

You will demonstrate:

• Diploma-level qualifications in accounting, business, commerce, or a related field, with relevant experience in transaction processing or shared services.
• Sound knowledge of finance systems, policies, and processes to deliver accurate and timely outcomes.
• Proven experience in accounts payable, invoicing, debtor/credit management, and journal processing.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience working in service delivery functions within complex stakeholder and policy environments.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and commitment to accuracy and compliance.

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 Zeeshan Rahman, Senior Officer, Finance Operations at z.rahman@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. 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 Sunday 8 March 2026, 11.00pm AEST (R-61716).

Posted: 27/02/2026