Scholarships Finance Administrator Job at University of Canterbury, Canterbury, Christchurch
- Location:
- Canterbury
- Christchurch
- Work type:
- Full Time
- Classification:
- Administration & Office Support
- Administrative Assistants
- Student Services
- Fixed Term 6 Months
- Closing Date: 18 August 2011
An exciting and challenging position has come available for a proactive and experienced Finance administrator to manage the scholarships financial responsibilities, and to drive process improvements specifically related to the payment distribution process.The Student Services Portfolio is driven to provide senior policy advice and direction in two broad areas, guided by the University‘s strategic objectives:
- Enhancing the student experience for all student groups, ensuring that the diverse needs of students are at the forefront of all planning and decision making at the University of Canterbury
- Providing direction and substance in support of internationalisation
Reporting directly to the Associate Registrar, you will require a Tertiary Qualification National Diploma (NZQA Level 5), as well as:
- Proven experience in a financial role
- Demonstrated experience in a customer service position
- Ability to communicate effectively and be a good listener
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Skills in maintaining an effective filing system (records, information and correspondence)
- Comprehensive understanding of the NZ Qualifications Framework e.g. NCEA, Unit Standards
- Ability to interpret regulations
- Able to solve problems and prioritise work
- Knowledge of tertiary institutional systems
Your attention to detail and accuracy will be essential.Located on a picturesque campus, the University offers an extensive range of services and facilities including library and art collections, child-care centres, health centre, book shop and cafs. You’ll have opportunities to work alongside members of a world class, diverse academic community and enrich your own professional and personal development. The University of Canterbury is a smoke-free campus.The University of Canterbury is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligation under the Treaty of Waitangi.To view all vacancies at the University of Canterbury, please go to http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/hr/job_vacancies.shtmlClick here to view the role descriptionInternal candidates should apply via the Careers option in Employee Self-Service:http://ucpeople.canterbury.ac.nzFor more information about the benefits of joining the University of Canterbury please visit us online at http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus