About the position
As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.
Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:
- Free staff car parking
- 36.75-hour standard work week
- Access to flexible work/work from home arrangements#
- Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
- Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
- 17.5% of base salary leave loading
- Staff wellbeing program
- Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
- Study assistance for staff and dependents#
- Corporate health and finance discounts
- Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
- Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#
The Financial Accounting department have an exciting Assistant Accountant opportunity to join a supportive and dedicated team. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, this position will assist in a wide range of functions including the preparation of financial statements and relevant taxation returns.
The incumbent will be required to manage their priorities and task scheduling with minimal direction.
About the person
- Relevant tertiary degree qualification.
- Work experience and membership or currently studying for membership of a recognised Australian accounting body.
- High level numeracy and reconciliation skills with demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy with figures.
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Excel.
- The ability to problem solve, initiate solutions, set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Salary details
The salary for the position commences at $83,210.75 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.
Additional information
Position-related enquiries can be directed to Consolacion Inovero, Financial Accountant at [email protected]
Application and submission details
For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria
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- A current resume
- A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above
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Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 26th April 2026
Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link: Applying for Jobs at Bond
Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).
Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.
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