Job Description

• Join a university-wide remediation program with significant organisational impact.
• Lead financial governance, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2027 with potential to extend.
• Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. 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.

About the opportunity

• Manage and oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for programs and projects.
• Provide informed, strategic advice to the EERP leadership on financial impacts and risks related to entitlement remediation and budgets.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of EERP financial activities.

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, 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: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and Finance Checks will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Senior Program Accountant (EERP) 523583.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dana Prybysh at dana.prybysh@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Pratik Sridhar at pratik.sridhar@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 Sunday, 25 October 2026

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

Candidates may be interviewed prior to the application end date based on their suitability for the position, you are therefore encouraged to apply at your earliest convenience

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

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, 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.