• Influence executive decisions and shape the future of education strategy through high-impact financial leadership.
• Lead enterprise-wide financial modelling and strategic initiatives that drive long-term success.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $159,292 – $165,497 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of a strategic financial and commercial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance administrative and transactional operations.

Finance undertakes this role through four core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance, Treasury & Investment and Procurement.

In undertaking this role, Finance operates support across the University, from advising the Vice-Chancellery, Executive and Senior leadership team on strategy and performance to supporting staff and students in their purchases and travel arrangements.

About the opportunity

• Lead in the provision of strategic financial advice on the Education Strategy and work with the relevant Executive, CFO and other senior personnel to develop financial plans and OKR’s in support of both the University and the University Education Strategy.
• Facilitate and drive financial understanding in the development, execution and communication of financial outcomes of the education strategies, plans and contractual agreements, including contribution to business case development to advise the University in the evaluation education strategies, plans and partnerships.
• Build trusted and collaborative relationships and partnerships cultivating an environment of excellent stakeholder and staff engagement.

About you

• A degree or other tertiary qualification, with over 10 years of experience in financial performance management or related disciplines.
• Full professional member of a recognised Australian or International equivalent accounting body.
• Substantial experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, budgeting, financial planning and management reporting and managing significant organisational resources.
• Experienced in the development of financial models and their use in scenario planning to inform decision making at enterprise level.
• Substantial experience in process improvements made to enhance delivery of accounting insight, advice and support to customers with governance and policy alignment.

Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance, and Finance Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Finance Business Partner (Education) 524368.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Shirene Varendorff at shirene.varendorff@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at wendy.young@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 11 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia 

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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