"Finance Officer"

• Parklands Showground, 1 Parklands Dr, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
• Full-time
• Primary Location (Campus): Nathan Campus
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Department ID: Finance Service Delivery - FBU
• Appointment Type: Continuing

Company Description

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.

Job Description

The Finance Service Delivery team facilitates the purchasing of goods and services by authorised University users. Acting as the first line of defence against fraud, this team also manage vendor relations and oversee accounts payable functions, including payment validation and processing.

Our Finance Officers ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements, provides detailed advice on finance policies and systems, and collaborates to resolve complex financial issues. Committed to high quality service, you will work collaboratively with other departments, your team and the broader Finance Service Delivery team. This person understands and works effectively within the University Fraud and Corruption Control framework.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for:

• Advancing, managing and protecting Griffith University's financial integrity, security and ensure compliance with legal regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Providing feedback and suggestions to improve transaction processing and overall service delivery.
• Maintaining open communication with colleagues and suppliers to facilitate efficient service within our service offerings.
• Applying a structured and collaborative problem-solving approach and good judgment to analyse and resolve diverse issues relating to transaction processing.

 A typical day as a Finance Officer would consist of:

• Resolving low to medium complexity finance transactions and queries in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Processing purchase requests and managing orders through their full lifecycle in Oracle PeopleSoft.

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:

• Associate diploma level qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Ability to work autonomously with a high level of attention to detail.
• Capability to identify solutions and undertake quality control activities.
• Good communication and effective collaboration skills.
• A positive outlook on challenges.
• Experience with Oracle Peoplesoft, Nintex Promapp and Eftsure beneficial but not required.
• Past experience working in travel, international purchasing and reconciliation would be advantageous but not required.

What we can offer

This is a continuing, full-time position and will be primarily based at either the Griffith University 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 4 range $70,419 - $74,299 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $82,390 - $86,930 per annum.

Additional Information

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:

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• 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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Melinda Nissen, Finance Team Leader at m.nissen@griffith.edu.au.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at m.mahon@griffith.edu.au.

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 quoting reference number REF5718D.

Closing date: Sunday 11th August 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.