Jobs and Careers

• Provide accurate financial analysis, budget management, and strategic insights
• Work collaboratively for continuous improvement in financial management
• Full time, fixed term role (parental leave backfill until December 2026), based in Hobart or Launceston

About the opportunity

The Management Accountant is a key position in the central Financial Planning and Analysis team. The team has responsibility for managing the University’s annual budget and forecast processes, assisting areas achieve their operating targets and strategic endeavours, as well as financial administration and reporting of the University’s research contracts.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure the provision of timely strategic financial advice and analysis to staff.
• Monitor financial performance and provide support and advice on financial and budget management issues.
• Prepare and deliver budget reporting and business processes.
• Develop strong client relationships with stakeholders.
• Financial modelling and analysis.

­What we’re looking for:

• Completion of a relevant Degree and/or extensive relevant work experience.
• Completion of, or progress towards an internationally recognised accounting body’s qualification, or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proven financial, analytical and commercial skills, with well developed problem solving and decision-making capabilities under tight deadlines.
• Ability to analyse and report on information from databases with proficiency in Microsoft applications and Finance systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a flexible and collaborative manner.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $130,943 comprising base salary within the range of $101,821 to $111,917 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Damien Mortensen, Finance Business Partner, damien.mortensen@utas.edu.au.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 502224 - Management Accountant.pdf

Applications close Thursday, 12 February 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.