Griffith University
Education
ResearchAccountant
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“Research Accountant at Griffith University. Skills: Research accounting, Compliance reporting. Prepare research project financial statements. Sign off on financial statements”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving capabilities; Promoting ideas for change
Work across other locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Relevant tertiary qualifications, Relevant work experience, Membership of accounting organisation, Ability to perform under pressure, Accurately prepare financial statements, Adhere to university procedures
Nice to Have
CFA charterholder preferred, CPA preferred, FRM preferred
What You'll Do.
Prepare research project financial statements
Sign off on financial statements
Manage accounting functions
Ensure compliance with standards
Liaise with Chief Investigators
Liaise with funding bodies
Assist with financial statement requests
Assist with project closures
Assist with reporting issues
Oversee reporting portfolio
Oversee compliance portfolio
Create project budgets
Update project budgets
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal Chief Investigators; External funding bodies; Research Reporting & Compliance team
Communication Scope
Customer-focused communication
Process & Methodology
Prioritisation, Multitasking
Full Job Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As a Research Accountant, you’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. About the opportunity As a Research Accountant, you’ll be an important part of our Research Reporting & Compliance team. This team is tasked with preparing and signing off on research project financial statements, managing various accounting functions such as journal preparation and budget management, and ensuring compliance with research financial reporting standards. This customer-focused role involves liaising with internal Chief Investigators and external funding bodies. You will assist with requests related to financial statements, project closures, and other research reporting issues, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the process. The position also promotes knowledge sharing and problem-solving to foster continuous improvement. In this role, a typical day involves overseeing the reporting and compliance aspects of a portfolio of research projects, prioritising tasks, and collaborating with Chief Investigators to meet deadlines. You will ensure data accuracy within your portfolio by creating and updating project budgets and processing journals promptly. About you What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future. You will also have: * A relevant tertiary qualifications and relevant work experience, along with membership of a profes
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