Job description
Capital Accountant - State Government – Immediate Start
Rate: $80-90 per hour plus Super (depending on experience)
Duration: Initial 3–6-month contract
Hours: Full-time
Location: Nedlands, WA
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave – casual loading included in rate)
The Opportunity
We have an urgent requirement for an experienced Capital Accountant to step into a fast-moving government environment and take ownership of capital accounting activities.
We’re looking for someone with extensive experience in capital accounting, ideally within a government setting.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for end-to-end capital accounting and reporting functions, including:
Management and Reporting
If you meet the above criteria, APPLY NOW with your updated CV outlining your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss further.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Rate: $80-90 per hour plus Super (depending on experience)
Duration: Initial 3–6-month contract
Hours: Full-time
Location: Nedlands, WA
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave – casual loading included in rate)
The Opportunity
We have an urgent requirement for an experienced Capital Accountant to step into a fast-moving government environment and take ownership of capital accounting activities.
We’re looking for someone with extensive experience in capital accounting, ideally within a government setting.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for end-to-end capital accounting and reporting functions, including:
Management and Reporting
- Undertake capital-related financial accounting and reporting activities
- Ensure integrity, accuracy, and compliance of capital accounting records
- Deliver financial analysis, modelling, forecasting, and KPI monitoring across capital programs
- Prepare capital expenditure reports, returns, and supporting notes for the Annual Report
- Manage month-end reporting related to capital expenditure and projects
- Develop and maintain management reporting frameworks to track financial progress, accrued costs, and projected outcomes
- Provide financial input into business cases for capital projects
- Lead and support the annual capital budget process
- Identify, monitor, and report on capital project risks, providing mitigation strategies and advice
- Liaise with internal finance teams to ensure alignment with accounting policies and reporting standards
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support capital program delivery
- Liaise with other government agencies and the Department of Health on accounting and project progress matters
- Ensure front-end asset management processes are followed, including asset tagging, stock takes, and system entries
- Support compliance with asset management and financial governance requirements
- Extensive experience in capital accounting, preferably within government
- Proven capability managing capital programs, reporting, and forecasting
- Strong understanding of month-end processes and financial controls
- Confidence working autonomously in a complex environment
- The ability to quickly understand systems, stakeholders, and reporting requirements
- Excellent communication skills
If you meet the above criteria, APPLY NOW with your updated CV outlining your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss further.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
