Finance Manager (Grants | Education | West)
Location: Pioneer
Salary: Up to $7,500
Contract: 2-year full time contract.
Working hours:
Mon-Thurs: 08:30AM - 5:45PM
Friday: 08:30AM - 5:15PM
Key Responsibilities include:
Monitor all grants managed by the university to ensure availability and grant compliance
Ensure all financial procedures align with university policies and support year-end audit/tax filing processes
Ensure SOPs are properly documented
Manage research project financial data and system to ensure timely and accurate grant submission in accordance with the university policies and processes, grant T&C and harmonised guidelines
Prepare periodic grant expense claim reports and management reports for Senior Management
Coordinate with research teams for budgeting and financial reporting purposes
Liaise with internal and external auditors on the grant certification audit & year end audit
Mentor, guide and motivate staff
Identify training needs and opportunities for staff
Requirements
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CA/CPA/ACCA preferred
8–10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in research grant finance (university / research institute / public sector)
Strong experience managing high‑volume research grants, including budgeting, utilisation monitoring, claims, and compliance with grant T&Cs and harmonised guidelines
Proven ability to support grant certification audits and year‑end audits, and liaise with internal and external auditors
Hands‑on experience with finance and research grant systems and strong financial reporting skills
Experience supervising and mentoring staff, and working closely with researchers and senior management
Detail‑oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced research environment
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