Financial Services Assistant

• Financial Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Professional Level 4, $50.41 per hour plus 12% superannuation
• Multiple casual positions available

The Opportunity

Financial Services at UniSC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Services Assistant to provide operational and administrative support across a range of University financial activities.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will support functions including accounts payable and receivable, taxation, procurement, corporate cards, travel and insurance administration. You will also respond to financial enquiries, assist staff with routine processes and contribute to accurate, efficient and customer-focused service delivery.

This is an opportunity to apply your financial administration skills in a diverse role within a university environment, supporting the University's financial operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will

• support day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and transaction processing;
• respond to financial enquiries and provide timely, accurate and customer-focused advice to staff;
• assist with procurement, corporate travel, insurance and credit card administration;
• support GST and FBT processes, following established procedures and escalating complex matters as required;
• maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions comply with University policies and relevant legislative requirements;
• assist with developing and providing guidance on routine financial processes;
• identify opportunities to improve financial processes and service delivery; and
• provide general administrative support to the Financial Services team as required.

About you

You are organised, adaptable and customer-focused, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. You enjoy working collaboratively, solving problems and providing helpful, accurate advice while handling confidential information with discretion.

You will possess

• A diploma qualification in accounting, business or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience in an accounts environment;
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial information;
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to responsive client service;
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions while maintaining compliance;
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines;
• Working knowledge of GST and FBT requirements, including the ability to follow established procedures and escalate complex matters; and
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a flexible team environment.

Desirable: Experience in the higher education sector, familiarity with corporate travel systems and processes, or experience using University enterprise systems such as TechnologyOne CiA and Xetta.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

How to apply

To be eligible to apply you must have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 18 November 2026.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the job advertisement. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews may be conducted as suitable applications are received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as UniSC reserves the right to close this advertisement early if suitable candidates are identified.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Georgina Ballester

Senior Financial Accountant - Financial Services

Email: gballester@usc.edu.au

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Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.