What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Research Finance Advisor position at The University of Melbourne?
Job no : 0065059Location : ParkvilleRole type : Full-time; ContinuingDepartment : Research, Innovation and CommercialisationSalary : UOM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% superManages complex funding programs, providing financial guidance to Chief Investigators and ensuring compliance.Drive efficiency and improvements while supporting innovative research projects.Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!About the RoleThe Senior Research Finance Advisor will manage a portfolio of complex funding programs, serving as the primary contact for Chief Investigators throughout the project lifecycle. This role involves overseeing all financial aspects of research projects, providing guidance on funding rules, and supporting resource management. Additionally, the Senior Research Finance Advisor will work closely with the Managing Consultant - Research Finance to implement process improvements and enhance customer service.Your responsibilities will include : Maintain key relationships with senior Faculty stakeholders and finance services, providing trusted advice on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for research operations.Deliver finance support to academic clients, focusing on complex, high-value funding arrangements within the Research Finance function.Supervise, mentor, and train up to three junior staff, while reviewing and improving finance-related processes to enhance service delivery.Collaborate with internal functions to support grant budget development, implement system changes, and provide accurate management reporting.Who we are looking forYou will have a strong focus on continuous improvement, applying agile methodologies to adapt and respond effectively to evolving environments. You will demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently, while possessing excellent organisational, communication, and financial skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and managing stakeholder relationships effectively.You will also have : A relevant tertiary qualification in a business-related discipline, coupled with practical experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Either hold or be working towards a CPA / CA qualification, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development.Experience with Workday, with implementation experience highly desirable.This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note : Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Your new team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)RIC is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. RIC is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and enterprise mission, working closely with our academics, professional colleagues, industry partners, funding agencies, and government agencies.What we offer you!In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!Be yourselfThe University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents : ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.Advertised : 04 Feb 2025 12 : 05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $115,211
