Job description
Join a key regulatory agency supporting financial integrity and compliance
Our client is seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Financial Accountant (Level 5) to support the delivery of high‑quality financial reporting, statutory compliance, and financial operations.
In this role, you will work closely with — and be supervised by — the Principal Financial Accountant and Principal Policy Consultant, assisting with business‑as‑usual financial activities and contributing to process improvements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging or established financial professional looking to deepen their experience in government financial management, statutory reporting, and policy compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Due to the nature of the work, a Conflict of Interest assessment will be conducted prior to commencement.
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.
Our client is seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Financial Accountant (Level 5) to support the delivery of high‑quality financial reporting, statutory compliance, and financial operations.
In this role, you will work closely with — and be supervised by — the Principal Financial Accountant and Principal Policy Consultant, assisting with business‑as‑usual financial activities and contributing to process improvements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging or established financial professional looking to deepen their experience in government financial management, statutory reporting, and policy compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the Financial Management Act 2006, and Treasurer’s Instructions.
- Support quarterly whole‑of‑government submissions to the Department of Treasury.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, cost recovery calculations, variance analyses, and Commission reports.
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial data, including month‑end accruals, adjustments, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Assist with development and updates of financial policy to ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
- Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing information and support as required.
- Support asset management activities, including additions, disposals, stocktake coordination, depreciation, and reconciliations.
- Assist with purchasing card acquittals, invoicing arrangements, and procurement enquiries.
- Prepare and coordinate Business Activity Statements (BAS) for submission to the Australian Taxation Office.
- Provide financial assistance and advice to divisional staff as necessary.
- Assist with budget preparation, Section 40 estimates, and internal budgeting processes.
- Liaise with external authorities
- Contribute to the project management of finance consulting projects and ongoing process improvements.
- CA or CPA accreditation (or currently working toward completion).
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and statutory compliance requirements.
- High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- ideally the candidate has been involved in audit process and year end process in WA Gov agency in previous employment
Due to the nature of the work, a Conflict of Interest assessment will be conducted prior to commencement.
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.
