• Come and join our team of Financial Leaders working in lock step with the Education Executive of UWA.
• You will contribute to an impact orientated and purpose driven organisation, that changes the lives of individuals and our community through the delivery of Education.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $153,165 – $159,132 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 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 and human resources administrative and transactional operations.

Finance undertakes this role through three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance 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 

• Provide expert advice, guidance and support to the University Executive and Finance Executive with respect to a full scope of strategic financial matters in the development of the Education strategy.
• You will be expected to business partner with Executives and senior decision makers and provide critical insights in the Education strategy, including, but not limited to, student load growth opportunities.
• Lead the integration of finance and education strategies, performance outcomes and their translation into effective policies, processes and systems across the University.

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 recognized Australian or International equivalent accounting body.
• Substantial experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, budgeting, financial planning and management reporting.
• Experienced in the development of financial models and their use in scenario planning to inform decision making.
• Proven ability to find innovative solutions to improve financial performance outcomes of organisations.

Special Requirements

• A current National Police Clearance Certificate.
• Financial Background Checks.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION Finance Business Partner (Education) (521471).docx

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

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

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 6th November 2025.

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

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, 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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.