Assistant Accountant (Mindgardens)

Full job description
Job no: 533443
Work type: Part Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Finance
Assistant Accountant (Mindgardens)

Employment Type: Part - time (21 hours a week)
Duration: 12-months Fixed Term (possible extension, funding dependant)
Remuneration: $88k - $100k base pro-rata (+ 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
Location: Randwick, Sydney
Mindgardens

Mindgardens Neuroscience Network Limited (Mindgardens) is a registered charity focusing exclusively on improving the lives of people experiencing disorders that involve the brain, emotions, nervous system and thinking processes.

Mindgardens breaks down barriers between academic researchers, clinicians and consumers, amplifying missing voices to challenge conventional thinking. Building on the expertise of our Members and partners, we translate new insights rapidly into everyday practice, integrating patient healthcare with research and education to reshape the understanding, prevention, treatment and care of mental health, drug and alcohol, and neurological disorders.

Why this role matters

This position provides support to Mindgardens in day-to-day finance services such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, general ledger maintenance and reconciliation of accounts. Reporting to the Finance Manager, they are responsible for providing proactive, practical and efficient financial support for all aspects of Mindgardens.

Key skills required:

Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline such as Bachelor of Commerce/Accounting or equivalent combination of qualifications and work experience.
Prior work experience and demonstrated success in Assistant Accountant function within a complex environment.
Demonstrated understanding of financial controls, accounting processes and experience in applying policy and guidelines.
Experience in managing stakeholder expectations and appropriately responding to stakeholder needs.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills to inform, persuade and negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in a complex environment, to meet organisational expectations and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Well-developed time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines, adopting a commitment to providing excellent service.
Working knowledge of computer applications and experience in enterprise financial systems (e.g. Business Central, Solver and Calumo).
Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately report on business data and financial transactions to support senior management.
Full details can be found in the position description.

UNSW Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

17% Superannuation and leave loading
Flexible working
Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to apply:

Please click on to make an application. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Enquiries:

Lyndall Truran, Administration Manager, Mindgardens

E: contact@mindgardens.org.au

Applications close: Thursday 24th July before 11.30pm Sydney time.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 10 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time