Finance Functional System Analyst

About The Team

Finance’s vision is to be a proactive, trusted business partner supporting the University’s strategic plan by fostering a customer-focused, collaborative environment that empowers informed decision-making in innovative education and research.

Your New Role!  

The Finance Functional System Analyst provides first-line system support to the Finance Office and University for all Finance Office (FO) applications. The role delivers expert advice and troubleshooting through strong knowledge of Workday Finance and supports the Finance Functional Lead in ensuring reliable and sustainable finance services through effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of FO applications. The role also builds and maintains Finance Office capability through documentation (e.g. Quick Reference Guides, Policies and Procedures) and training.

Your key responsibilities will include –

• Lead the optimisation of Finance Office systems: Contribute to strategy and roadmap delivery, oversee enhancements, integrations, reporting, master data, controls, and continuous improvement of Workday and FO applications
• Enable effective finance processes and capability: Partner with Finance SMEs to document and maintain processes, policies, procedures, and integrations; manage system changes and upgrades; and deliver training and knowledge sharing
• Provide trusted functional partnership and support: Act as the primary Finance systems partner and first point of contact, supporting cyclical finance activities, end-users, stakeholders, and complex issues resolution across the University

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $114,385.00 – $137,976.00 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or IT (or a more general degree with a major in one of these disciplines) with experience in complex finance environment
• Strong experience with Workday or similar ERP systems, including controls and integrations
• Proven ability to analyse data, resolve data quality issues, and deliver reporting insights
• Experience providing end-user support and delivering effective systems training
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills across diverse stakeholders

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check n accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Erin Joung, Finance Functional System Lead, Erin.Joung@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR104769 as the reference.

Applications Close on 02 February 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.