Edith Cowan University Hiring for Graduate Accountant Job at Joondalup Full Time

This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for an ECU graduate who has recently completed their accounting qualification, or will be completing it by mid-2022, to launch their accounting career by gaining practical all-round experience working within Australia’s top university for teaching quality (2020).

In the spirit of ECU’s strategic focus on learning outcomes and career readiness for our graduates, ECU’s Finance and Business Services Centre annually recruit a Graduate Accountant for a 3 year program. We are currently recruiting for this role, which will commence from mid-2022.

The Graduate Accountant position will assist in the preparation of statutory financial reports, gaining valuable skills in areas of financial accounting, fixed asset management, treasury operations and cash management. The position will be placed within two different teams to enable focus on different aspects of accounting. In the third year of the program, subject to successfully achieving key milestones (including completion of CA/CPA accreditation), accountants will be promoted to a Senior Graduate Accountant position and undertake higher duties during this final year which will include providing advice and problem resolution across areas within the University. Training, mentorship and peer support will be provided to ensure success in the program.

The ideal candidate must have:
Recently graduated from ECU with an accounting qualification within the last 24 months, or will have completed their ECU accounting qualification by the middle of 2022;

A good understanding of financial accounting concepts;

Good verbal and written communication skills;

Intermediate excel skills;

Intention to commence/continue CA or CPA studies during the duration of the 3 year program.

Candidates will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry and Personal Excellence.

Indigenous graduates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits & Remuneration

This full time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $66,813 plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements and study leave assistance for CA/CPA exams may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities.

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to call Jackie Aucott on (08) 6304 2693 for more information.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume along with a covering letter (maximum 3 pages) clearly demonstrating why you would be suitable for this role, in the context of the information above and the attached . Please also upload a copy of your ECU academic results transcript.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Sunday 22 May 2022 at 11:30pm AWST.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE DEMONSTRATED THAT THEY HAVE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS FOR THE FULL 3 YEARS OF THE GRADUATE PROGRAM TO FILL THIS POSITION

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ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.