A fantastic opportunity has become available in our Finance Services team on a permanent full time basis for a Coordinator Financial Accounting

The key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Review and approve daily and weekly transaction entries including journals, AP invoices and payments.
• Ensure assets are accounted for according to accounting standards and council policies, including required asset re-valuations. 
• Oversee the City's grant portfolio including regular reconciliation and support branch completion of grant applications and acquittals.
• Oversee monthly financial management reports and prepare Council agenda items for endorsement.
• Maintain integrity of general and subsidiary ledgers ensure regular reconciliations are accurate and balanced.
• Liaise with financial institutions to optimise performance and maximise revenue from the City's investment portfolio.
• Ensure investment strategies align with financial goals, risk tolerance and liquidity needs in collaboration with relevant staff.
• Oversee reserve balances and transactions, ensuring appropriate use according to designated purposes.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, accounting standards and internal policies.
• Prepare annual financial statements, end of year audit work papers, and general ledger reconciliations. 
• Lead annual external audits and manage communications with auditors and the Office of the Auditor General.
• Lead finance related internal audits including managing communications with auditors.
• Identify, review and implement improvement opportunities and enhancements to the finance system, processes, reporting and data analytics.
• Develop system capabilities in accordance with IT governance, enterprise architecture, security and compliance standards.
• Ensure financial systems and processes comply with statutory requirements, and best practice financial management principles.
• Promote a culture of excellent internal customer service and continuous improvement.

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Business, Accounting or related discipline and extensive experience in a related role. Current Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA).
• Demonstrated experience leading a team, providing excellent customer service, focused on continual improvement.
• High level organisational ability planning, prioritising and achieving outcomes to deadlines.
• Highly developed and interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain new system, strategies and procedures.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, analysis, general accounting principles and statutory requirements.
• Well-developed ability using corporate computer systems.
• Federal Police Clearance not more than 6 months old at engagement.

For a full PDF copy of the position description for this role, please send your request to recruitment@subiaco.wa.gov.au, referencing this position.

Salary Package:

In line with the City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level 9. The salary range is $132,600.00 to $141,128.00 per annum, exclusive of superannuation

Working for the City of Subiaco

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

• Up to 5 weeks' annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit.
• Free membership to Lords Recreation centre.
• Health Insurance Corporate Membership discounts
• Superannuation co-contributions
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 24/7 employee assistance programme
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Novated lease and salary packaging options

This position also provides you with the opportunity to work from home, with flexible start and finish times (within operational requirements).

See what other benefits the City can offer you here: https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/your-council/who-we-are-en/working-here/benefits

Application Process

To apply for this position, please click Apply to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and a cover letter to support your application.

To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential criteria. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skillset.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The closing date for applications is 23 March 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you submit an application as soon as you are able to. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before the listed date.