Graduate Project Accountant

Job Description

The Opportunity It is a very exciting time at The Kids Research Institute Australia as we continue to evolve from what began in the 1980's as a vision to create a world-class child health research hub. We have recently changed our name from the Telethon Kids Institute, but we continue to achieve our vision of happy, healthy kids!Our values, Collaboration, Courage, Evidence, and Respect, are at the heart of our organisation and help to shape our positive, unique, and inclusive culture and achieve excellence in everything we do.We are currently looking for a Project Accountant to join our passionate and customer-focused research finance team, and partner with our researchers to meet all their financial needs. If you share our values and want to kick-start your career with an organisation that makes a difference, read on!In this role your time will be spent on the financial management of various projects within a wide range of research areas. Working with a team of dedicated professionals, you will be mentored to develop skills in building & managing key relationships, best practice financial processes, and the provision of financial advice in a research environment.No two days will be the same in this varied role but typically your day-to-day tasks will include: Ensure new projects are set up, and completed projects are closed off in a timely manner and that appropriate supporting documentation is on file. Regularly meeting with researchers to review projects and ensure they are tracking correctly against budget, and that system data accurately reflects progress to date. Preparing journals for internal transfers of expenditure and service charges between projects, to ensure financial data is kept up to date. Preparation of financial acquittals, and other financial reports for all research grants within the portfolio. Upskilling and educating researchers in best practice financial management. About You The ideal applicant will have a Tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, or a relevant discipline. Minimum 12 months experience in accounting or finance with responsibility for supporting and enabling organisational project accounting, systems, processes, and improvements.Along with this, the successful applicant will also be able to meet the following requirements:Excellent project planning, coordination, and evaluation skills. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Strong computer, organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. High level of attention to detail is essential (including accurate data entry skills). Experience at working independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Very good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Proven ability to work as part of a high-performing team. Proven ability to work responsibly and appropriately with highly confidential information. We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff. If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter. About Us Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.Some of our staff benefits include: Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter. Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year. World leader in child health research. Early and Mid-Career Researcher Mentoring Program. Various initiatives providing strategic support to researchers, including funding support. Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events. Flexible work options and hybrid working. Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks. Access to Corporate Health Insurance. Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery. How to apply If you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section above. Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to Contact Name: Jacob Stewart-OlsenContact Email: Closing Date: 13/03/2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities, and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health. #J-18808-Ljbffr