Senior Financial Accountant

Senior Financial Accountant

City of Busselton | Corporate Services

Closing date: 05/08/2026
 

• Full time
• Three year fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension
• Salary $120,000 to $130,000 per annum plus up to 15.75% superannuation.
• Excellent employee benefits including the potential to salary package a novated lease vehicle and housing, gym membership, and professional membership allowance

Why work for the City:

The City of Busselton is located in the picturesque southwest coastal region of WA and offers an enviable lifestyle and the opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive, diverse and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We pride ourselves on providing positive outcomes for our community and offering a supportive environment for our employees.

About the role:

As Senior Financial Accountant, you will provide expert financial leadership across the organisation, ensuring statutory compliance, high-quality financial reporting and informed decision-making. You will lead the preparation of the annual budget and statutory financial statements, coordinate external audits and contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting processes and governance frameworks.

What you’ll bring to the role:

The ideal candidate will align with the City’s Values and be able to demonstrate the below competencies:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Substantial experience in a senior financial / management accountant position, preferably in Local Government.
• Highly developed knowledge of Accounting Standards and concepts.
• Understanding of the Local Government Act and associated Financial Management Regulations.
• Significant experience with large ERP or financial systems, such as Technology One.
• Demonstrated experience or ability to work collaboratively with all levels of management in development of budgets and various financial reporting tasks.
• Experience in staff supervision/guidance.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Current C Class Driver’s Licence.
• National Police Clearance (less than six months old).
• Proof of right to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment medical (arranged and paid for by the City).

Apply: Please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please attach a covering letter addressing how you meet the above requirements of the role and your current resume. Further information about the role can be found in the position description attached.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

Enquiries: Paul Sheridan; Manager Financial Services on (08) 9781 0441 or Human Resources on (08) 9781 1727.

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4:30pm on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Est 20 Senior Financial Accountant.pdf