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Financial Services Officer

  • 495930
  • Townsville
  • Professional
  • Full time
  • Closing on: Oct 12 2026
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James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

Are you an organised and customer-focused finance professional? As a Financial Services Officer, you'll provide financial processing and transaction support, maintain accurate records, assist with reconciliations, and respond to stakeholder enquiries. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your finance skills in a collaborative and service-oriented university environment.

  • Full-time, continuing opportunity | 36.25 hours per week
  • Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas
  • HEWL 4: $72,701.16 - $77,229.47 per annum plus up to 17% superannuation

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Financial Services Officer supports the University's financial operations through accurate transaction processing, record management, and responsive customer service. Working within Financial and Business Services, you will maintain data integrity, support vendor and debtor administration, complete reconciliations and provide timely information to stakeholders. You will also contribute to improvements that strengthen service delivery and operational efficiency.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

You will bring relevant qualifications and experience in financial transaction processing, together with a sound understanding of financial procedures, policies, and compliance requirements. Your attention to detail, customer service focus and communication skills will support your ability to work accurately with financial information and build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. Proficiency in computer-based financial systems is essential, with experience using FinanceOne highly regarded.

WHY JCU

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;

  • A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
  • 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
  • 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
  • Up to 6 months paid parental leave
  • A range of flexible working options
  • Staff study assistance and paid study leave
  • Ongoing professional development support
  • Fitness Passport
  • Corporate discount on health insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
  • Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns’ campuses

HOW TO APPLY

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page, create an applicant account and follow the steps below:

  1. Complete the application form.
  2. Upload your current resume.
  3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Curtis Moon at curtis.moon@jcu.edu.au

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.

Please visit our Information Privacy Policy to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet the role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning and working environment.

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