University of Sydney Opens Applications for Associate Finance Manager Role ($112K + 17% Super)

The University of Sydney has opened applications for an Associate Finance Manager to join its Financial Services team at the Camperdown Campus. The 12-month fixed-term role offers a base salary of over $112,000 AUD, along with a 17% superannuation contribution, making it one of the more competitive professional finance roles currently available in Australia’s higher education sector.

This full-time position is suited to experienced finance professionals looking to work within a large, complex organisation while contributing to strategic financial planning and operational improvement at a globally recognised university.

About the University of Sydney

Founded in 1850, the University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and consistently ranks among the world’s leading institutions for research, teaching, and graduate employability. The university employs thousands of academic and professional staff and is known for its strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and workplace wellbeing.

Role Overview: Associate Finance Manager

As an Associate Finance Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services, analysis, and advisory support across the university. The role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders to support informed decision-making, ensure financial compliance, and improve financial capability across business units.

Position Details

• Location: Camperdown Campus, University of Sydney

• Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term (up to 12 months)

• Base Salary: $112,628 AUD per annum

• Superannuation: 17%

• Application Deadline: Monday, 05 January 2026 (11:59 PM)

Key Responsiblities

• collaborate with planning and operational committees to support and advise on financial matters for designated client groups
• coordinate and deliver financial services tailored to the needs of designated client groups, ensuring alignment with university policies and procedures
• monitor and improve financial processes and services for designated client groups, contributing to efficiency and effectiveness
• provide analytical support for decision-making within designated client groups, addressing financial capability and performance
• provide advice, guidance, and training on financial management, including compliance with relevant protocols and standards
• contribute knowledge and expertise towards a range of processes, such as development and review of finance related policy and procedure, financial management initiatives and changes to practice
• foster open communication and collaboration within the team, addressing stakeholder queries and concerns in a timely manner, while building trust within immediate work networks
• ensure the team consistently meets reporting standards, stays compliant with regulations, while always reflecting accurate data from university systems
• monitor and assess risk within the work area, drive initiatives to promote best practices in workplace health and safety and provide guidance to team members on adhering to university’s health and safety policies.

Who Should Apply

The University of Sydney is seeking candidates with proven experience in financial management, particularly within large or complex organisations. Applicants should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound professional judgement, and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Why Work at the University of Sydney

The university is recognised as an AWEI Platinum Employer and actively supports equity, diversity, and inclusion across its workforce. Staff benefit from a collaborative work environment, access to professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful work within one of Australia’s most respected institutions.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official University of Sydney careers portal. Candidates are advised to carefully review the full position description and selection criteria before applying.

Internal applicants should submit their application via the “Career” icon on their Workday dashboard.

For confidential enquiries related to the recruitment process, candidates may contact Victoria Ford-Rogers (Recruitment Operations) at [email protected].

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