Financial Controller at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Integrity, External Reporting, Compliance, Group Financial Control, Grants Acquittals, Revenue Accounting, Taxation, Internal Controls, General Ledger, ERP Systems, Audit Management, Financial Policy, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Management

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full time, continuing opportunity Provide leadership and act as the primary custodian of financial integrity across the University Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Financial Controller is a pivotal leadership role, serving as the University’s trusted accounting advisor across its Australian and international entities. Reporting to the Director, Financial Control and Treasury, this position oversees key financial functions including external reporting and compliance, group financial control, grants and program acquittals, revenue accounting, and taxation. As the University’s primary custodian of financial integrity, the Financial Controller ensures robust operational control of the institution’s financial position, manages critical audit and taxation obligations, and contributes to the development of financial policy while supporting the CFO and Senate Finance Committee. Your key responsibilities will be to: deliver financial reports in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the accounting and reporting standards ensure the integrity of the University’s system of internal controls for financial accounting and the integrity of the general ledger, and oversee the control and functional operation of the University’s ERP and related finance systems meet all University reporting obligations to the Department of Education and Australian Bureau of Statistics through timely and accurate lodgement of annual Higher Education Research Data Collection (HERDC) and Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) returns manage the audit process across all external reporting ensure accuracy in calculation and reporting of the University’s grant acquittals and reporting and contract revenue recognition processes provide group accounting services including financial oversight, Board reporting and advisory services to the University’s subsidiaries support the CFO and Director, Financial Control and Treasury in developing agendas, papers and facilitating the completion of actions arising from the Senate Finance Committee proceedings provide input into the annual budget and quarterly forecast process; ensure timely and accurate forecasting of expenditure within the ambit of Financial Control and Treasury (financing costs, provisions, depreciation, leases etc). undertake financial analysis to support business cases and manage the financial due diligence process for suppliers About you tertiary qualifications in accounting and membership of CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia or equivalent significant experience working at a senior leadership level in financial accounting in a large, complex, and diverse organisation within the public, private, or professional accounting sectors highly developed accounting and financial management skills, including extensive knowledge of the Australian tax environment, statutory reporting requirements and accounting standards. ability to interpret and provide expert advice on University financial policies and procedures and external compliance requirements and apply them to a complex operating environment extensive project management experience gained within the Finance/IT environment including project scoping and delivery, change management, management of external suppliers, process improvement and stakeholder management sophisticated stakeholder management and people skills including demonstrated capability as a trusted advisor to senior management and boards outstanding leadership skills including the ability to lead a team of subject matter specialists across a variety of functions Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Victoria Ford-Rogers Recruitment Operations by email to victoria.ford-rogers@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 08 March 2026 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html

Responsibilities

The Financial Controller acts as the primary custodian of financial integrity, overseeing external reporting, compliance, group financial control, revenue accounting, and taxation for the University's Australian and international entities. Key duties include ensuring timely and accurate financial reports, maintaining the integrity of internal controls and the general ledger, and managing audit obligations.