Job Description
Full job description
The Finance and Business Services Centre Finances Team have the primary responsibility to deliver high quality financial management and business support to their clients through the following activities:
Support the Deans, Directors and other executives in the achievement of the University’s strategic objectives.
Provide financial leadership and direction, specifically in relation to budgeting /forecasting, student load planning, management reporting, performance monitoring, business development and asset management.
Offering financial leadership in research initiatives, encompassing revenue generation, financial management, and acquittal processes.
Ensure consistent application of finance processes and procedures.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for delivering client-focused accounting services, including monthly management reports, budgeting and forecasting, with specific focus on research project management and support while ensuring compliance with the University's financial policies, procedures, and processes.
The ideal candidate will have:
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Commerce, or Management, majoring in Accounting, complemented by relevant work experience. Membership in a professional accounting body is preferred.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in customer focussed financial support.
Post qualification experience in delivering accounting support services to a large business unit with working knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, practices and procedures, with knowledge of contract grant administration.
Experience in a large ERP such as Oracle financials or similar as well as a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills and in using the Microsoft office suite.
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This ongoing, full time position attracts remuneration of $+2,087 to $++,353 pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Ina O’Dea on email at i.odea@ecu.edu.au for more information.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Capabilities in the .
Closing Date:
Applications close on Thursday, 1 May 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Finance and Business Services Centre Finances Team have the primary responsibility to deliver high quality financial management and business support to their clients through the following activities:
Support the Deans, Directors and other executives in the achievement of the University’s strategic objectives.
Provide financial leadership and direction, specifically in relation to budgeting /forecasting, student load planning, management reporting, performance monitoring, business development and asset management.
Offering financial leadership in research initiatives, encompassing revenue generation, financial management, and acquittal processes.
Ensure consistent application of finance processes and procedures.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for delivering client-focused accounting services, including monthly management reports, budgeting and forecasting, with specific focus on research project management and support while ensuring compliance with the University's financial policies, procedures, and processes.
The ideal candidate will have:
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Commerce, or Management, majoring in Accounting, complemented by relevant work experience. Membership in a professional accounting body is preferred.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in customer focussed financial support.
Post qualification experience in delivering accounting support services to a large business unit with working knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, practices and procedures, with knowledge of contract grant administration.
Experience in a large ERP such as Oracle financials or similar as well as a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills and in using the Microsoft office suite.
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This ongoing, full time position attracts remuneration of $+2,087 to $++,353 pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Ina O’Dea on email at i.odea@ecu.edu.au for more information.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Capabilities in the .
Closing Date:
Applications close on Thursday, 1 May 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
#LI-DNP
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Management Accountant/Finance Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Joondalup offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
