Finance and Contracts Officer

at  Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $89, 134 - $102, 600 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full Time, Fixed Term up to 12 months

• Be part of a unique initiative between the Commonwealth Government and the Australian National University (ANU)
• Fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Finance and Contracts Officer with demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
• Enjoy workplace flexibility and be part of a supportive team

ABOUT US

The National Security College (NSC) is a joint venture between the ANU and the Commonwealth Government and sits within the Crawford School of Public Policy, College of Asia and the Pacific at the ANU. The NSC aims to lift security capabilities and foster communities of practice through executive and professional development, academic teaching and research, futures analysis, policy engagement, dialogue and outreach.
Read more about NSC: https://nsc.crawford.anu.edu.au/
The ANU College of Asia & the Pacific (CAP) leads intellectual engagement with the Asia-Pacific region through research, teaching and contributions to public debate, and seeks to set the international standard for scholarship concerning the region. The College hosts the largest number of regional experts and specialist academic programs in the English-speaking world, and plays a vital role in informing public policy and Australia’s intellectual engagement with the societies, cultures and economies of Asia and the Pacific.
CAP is the centre of excellence for understanding human development and organisation in Asia and the Pacific, and addressing the cultural, economic, environmental, political and societal dimensions of global challenges.
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THE OPPORTUNITY

An exciting opportunity exists to join the ANU National Security College’s Business Management team. We are seeking a Finance and Contracts Officer to support the business needs of the College under the broad direction of the Business Operations Manager. In this role you will manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project finance, ensuring adherence to regulations and funding guidelines. Additionally, you’ll provide assistance to NSC staff and students with grant and contract administration, both pre- and post-award, and support the Business Operations Manager with budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure management.
This position is offered on a fixed term, up to 12-month appointment.

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least two referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).
• Other documents, if required