Systems Accountant

Job no: 503526

Work type: Full time

Location: Hobart

Categories: Finance

Manage and enhance the University’s core financial systems through user support, training, system administration, and ongoing optimisation

Lead and contribute to system and process improvement initiatives, including technical analysis, project work, and implementation of business change

Full time, Fixed-Term position located in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Financial Business Systems team within Financial Services is responsible for managing the University’s core financial systems, providing user support, training, system administration, reporting, development, and continuous improvement across all financial administrative functions. Within this team, the Systems Accountant manages these core systems by delivering user support and training, overseeing system administration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role also involves contributing to projects that enhance business processes, conducting technical analysis of financial system requirements, and implementing process changes, requiring a high level of flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate complex system concepts.

What you’ll do:

Perform analysis and planning for system enhancement projects.

Document, analyse, and review existing business processes, recommending improvements.

Provide expert technical advice on the maintenance and support of the University’s Finance system applications.

Provide technical advice regarding the integration of feeder systems into the University’s finance system, taking special responsibility for this area.

Coordinate regular system management tasks and resolve issues.

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex financial business systems in large organisations including associated manuals and documentation.

Proven experience in the integration / interfacing of financial business systems.

Demonstrated strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret client issues or requirements, investigate issues, document scenarios, test fixes and communicate with the full range of technical and non-technical staff to resolve problems.

Demonstrated high level written communication skills, including the ability to produce and maintain a range of documentation including training materials, self-help guides, responses to user enquiries, support procedures and incident advisories and reports.

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 Tracy Rowell, Manager, Financial Business Systems, Tracy.Rowell@utas.edu.au or 6226 7506

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 - 502953 - Systems Accountant.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 28 June 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.

Advertised: 12 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Systems Accountant

Job no: 503526

Work type: Full time

Location: Hobart

Categories: Finance

Manage and enhance the University’s core financial systems through user support, training, system administration, and ongoing optimisation

Lead and contribute to system and process improvement initiatives, including technical analysis, project work, and implementation of business change

Full time, Fixed-Term position located in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Financial Business Systems team within Financial Services is responsible for managing the University’s core financial systems, providing user support, training, system administration, reporting, development, and continuous improvement across all financial administrative functions. Within this team, the Systems Accountant manages these core systems by delivering user support and training, overseeing system administration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role also involves contributing to projects that enhance business processes, conducting technical analysis of financial system requirements, and implementing process changes, requiring a high level of flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate complex system concepts.

What you’ll do:

Perform analysis and planning for system enhancement projects.

Document, analyse, and review existing business processes, recommending improvements.

Provide expert technical advice on the maintenance and support of the University’s Finance system applications.

Provide technical advice regarding the integration of feeder systems into the University’s finance system, taking special responsibility for this area.

Coordinate regular system management tasks and resolve issues.

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex financial business systems in large organisations including associated manuals and documentation.

Proven experience in the integration / interfacing of financial business systems.

Demonstrated strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret client issues or requirements, investigate issues, document scenarios, test fixes and communicate with the full range of technical and non-technical staff to resolve problems.

Demonstrated high level written communication skills, including the ability to produce and maintain a range of documentation including training materials, self-help guides, responses to user enquiries, support procedures and incident advisories and reports.

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 Tracy Rowell, Manager, Financial Business Systems, Tracy.Rowell@utas.edu.au or 6226 7506

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 - 502953 - Systems Accountant.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 28 June 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.

Advertised: 12 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time