LF7001: Finance Assistant - (Regional Campus)
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LF7001
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available within the Finance Section at The University of the South Pacific for a Vibrant Finance Assistant. The Finance Assistant will play a vital role in maintaining financial stability and ensuring efficient operations within the Management Accounting Section. The successful candidate will be responsible to deal with the University Campuses throughout the South Pacific region to ensure that their monthly financial returns are received and recorded in the University’s ledgers on a timely and accurate basis. The incumbent is required to have knowledge of the region as he/she will be closely working with USP’s Regional campus Finance Officer / Accountant in terms of reporting their financials in University ledger. The incumbent must be a team player, able to work under pressure with minimal supervision. He / She is required to liaise with various sections / departments of the USP, willing to work extra hours in order to meet strict deadlines. The appointee will process non-cash payments, fees and charges, relieve other finance roles within the Section and submit all data and reports per Management requirements. This is a unique opportunity to be able to work in a complex operating environment across 12 countries.
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The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A Degree in Accounting with Good GPA; or
- Diploma in Accounting with two (2) years of subsequent relevant work experience; or
- Post-trades certificate or advanced certificate and five (5) years of relevant experience; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training;
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; work in a flexible team environment;
- Good level of IT literacy, familiarity with database, MS Word and MS Excel, and other accounting software (MYOB);
- Good analytical skills in terms of data collection and interpretation;
- Good problem solving and Teamwork approach;
- Concern for thoroughness, accuracy and integrity;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, managing multiple activities while working under minimum supervision.
Preference will be given to applicants:
- A member of accounting professional body such as CPA or FIA or working towards membership and accreditation;
- At least two (2) years’ work experience in relevant field.
Enquiries and further information: Ms. Neelam Nand, Manger Accounting, Finance Section Email: neelam.nand@usp.ac.fj
The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement
Salary Range
- FJ $23, 799 to FJ $30,051 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 26 January 202.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
