- Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis to 4/11/2026.
- Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Employee Entitlements Remediation Program (EERP) at UWA addresses historical and ongoing payroll compliance issues, ensuring accurate and fair compensation of employees in alignment with legislative requirements, including the Fair Work Act 2009, relevant Enterprise Agreements, and statutory instruments.
Within the EERP Data & Analytics team, your role contributes directly to ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, playing a critical role in identifying, modelling, remediating, and reporting employee entitlements across various employee groups at UWA.
About the opportunity
- You will provide specialised accounting, analytical, and compliance support to the EERP.
- Your primary responsibilities include conducting financial analysis, modelling payroll and entitlements data to identify historical underpayments, and support of strategic financial decisions related to the remediation program.
- Ensure data integrity, financial compliance, and robust financial control processes, working collaboratively across Finance Compliance, Financial Performance, and external vendors engaged by the EERP.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline or equivalent demonstrated competency.
- Full professional membership of a recognised Australian or International accounting body (CPA, CA, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience in payroll compliance, data analytics, financial modelling, and accounting within complex organisational settings, ideally within higher education or similarly complex environments.
- Extensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, payroll legislation, Fair Work Act compliance, and external audit requirements.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage large datasets and complex financial scenarios.
Note: A current National Police Clearance & Financial Background checks will be conducted.
Position description: 
POSITION DESCRIPTION Program Accountant (EERP) - (520063).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Bas Alnassar at bas.alnassar@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 on Sunday 25th May 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.
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