Finance Officer, Rural and Remote Health

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The Finance Officer, Rural and Remote Health plays an important role in supporting the delivery of financial services across SA and NT operations within a geographically dispersed team environment. Working closely with budget holders, the Central Finance Team and key stakeholders, you will assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with University policies. This is a collaborative and varied role suited to someone who enjoys working with management accounting, building strong relationships and contributing to effective financial decision-making. Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial reports to enable informed decision-making Provide accurate financial information and maintain general ledger integrity, including resolving discrepancies Process financial transactions such as purchase orders, invoicing, payments and reconciliations in line with policy Collaborate with stakeholders and provide guidance and support on financial systems and processes This position makes a significant contribution to the University's strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through directly contributing to the core enabling of Stronger Together, by fostering collaboration across Rural and Remote Health, Central Finance and key stakeholders to deliver coordinated, compliant and high‑quality financial outcomes that support informed decision‑making and organisational effectiveness. About You You are a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional with strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach. You bring experience in financial administration, reporting and systems, and are confident working with a range of stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely outcomes. With the ability to manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement, you contribute positively to team outcomes and continuous improvement. Demonstrated experience in preparing financial reports, budgets and forecasts, with strong attention to detail Well-developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships Experience working with financial systems and interpreting policies within a large, complex environment Flinders Rural and Remote Health SA Flinders Rural and Remote Health SA (FRRHSA) facilitates high quality multidisciplinary health education and research in our State's regional areas. We have a strong national and international reputation for providing community-engaged inter-professional training for medical, nursing, and allied health students. This includes the SA Rural Medical (SARM) program and multidisciplinary rural clinical placements. Through this practice, we bring new and exciting opportunities to actively engage and work with rural communities. Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT , our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research, education, and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students, community, and stakeholders to provide critical programs, such as the Northern Territory Medical Program, Paramedicine, Rural Clinical School, and the University Department of Rural Health. Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program), provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training, and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes. We work alongside Poche SA+NT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long-term and short-term needs of the NT community. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program Wide range of professional d

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Position Details Fixed Term until December 2027 | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $84,599 - $93,366 p.a. Location: Any SA or NT Rural and Remote Health Campus View Position Description

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