Financial Accountant

Full job description
Corporate Services | Accounting/Finance/Payroll/Procurement
121,110 – $128,317, plus superannuation
Full-time, permanent
CBD Location
As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As the Financial Accountant in the City of Perth, you will be a detail-driven and forward-thinking professional to take the lead in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of the City’s financial records and systems. In this key role, you'll ensure accurate, compliant financial data and reporting, drive system improvements, and lead audit coordination—strengthening transparency and enhancing financial performance.

If you're passionate about financial excellence and ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Reporting to the Financial Accounting Lead within our Finance team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

Financial accounting and reporting;
Oversee fixed asset accounting;
Audit coordination;
Financial systems administration and maintenance; and
Business support and continuous improvement.
About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

Sound knowledge of accounting principles, including month-end and year-end processes;
Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and financial legislation;
Good knowledge of non-current asset accounting, including depreciation, revaluation and disposals; and
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; and
Membership of a recognised professional accounting body (e.g. CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand).
Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.