Position Number: 0063954
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Chief Financial Officer Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 8 – $119,752 – $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Support financial transformation and operational improvements through data-driven analysis and strategic initiatives.
- Partner with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights for enhanced decision-making and efficiency.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Strategic Advisor supports financial transformation and operational improvement across the university. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, they identify, develop, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance. They conduct in-depth financial and operational analyses to provide actionable insights for informed decision-making. By developing clear models and reports, you will empower stakeholders to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency across the university.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct in-depth analysis to support evidence-based decision-making, develop clear models and reports, and translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
- Collaborate with the CFOG team to identify, prioritize, and implement initiatives that align with the university's goals. Develop best practices and performance measures to enhance efficiency and optimize operations.
- Understand stakeholder needs and challenges, facilitate workshops and meetings, and gather input to inform financial transformation and improvement initiatives.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly analytical individual with a proven track record in driving financial transformation and operational improvement. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, strong project management abilities, and a deep understanding of financial and non-financial decision-making. Experience in higher education and familiarity with ERP systems like Workday would be a plus but are not essential.
You will also have:
- A higher education qualification in a relevant discipline with proven and relevant experience in a similar role within a large and complex organisation; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth analysis and provide actionable insights that support evidence-based decision making.
- Membership of a professional accounting body (ACCA, CA ANZ, CPA or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
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 – Chief Financial Officer Group
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group's core objective is to advance University strategy through financial leadership and innovation, strategic sourcing and contracting.
Strategic Financial Initiatives (SFI) sits within the CFO Group portfolio and is focused on driving the financial sustainability and supporting the University’s growth and long-term vision. This is achieved through the provision of leadership, strategic advice, consultation and insights on financial performance, sustainability and finance transformation to enable the delivery of initiatives across the University.
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!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
