• Permanent Full-Time
• One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunities!
• Family Friendly - 9-day Fortnight / 19-day Month/ Paid Parental Leave!
• Up to 3% Super Co-Contributions!

Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family-friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your finance, project administration and grant management expertise to help deliver projects that shape our rapidly growing Shire.

Join us at "The Shire"

Here at "The Shire" we live and breathe our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust to proactively support our fellow employees and our local community. We encourage and embrace positive change and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our fun and dynamic team.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer (Strategic Projects) to join our Infrastructure Services team. This role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of the Shire's capital works program through project accounting, grant administration, financial reporting and procurement support.

In this role you will have the following accountabilities:

• Support the financial administration of infrastructure and capital works projects.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, goods receipting and project expenditure processes.
• Monitor project budgets and assist with financial forecasting and reporting activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of capital business cases and budget submissions.
• Coordinate grant-funded projects, including acquittals, compliance reporting and milestone tracking.
• Prepare financial and funding reports to support project delivery and informed decision-making.
• Investigate project variances and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Provide support and advice to staff regarding project financial management, procurement and grant reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and reporting practices.

Our preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate the following experience and skillset:

• Experience in project administration, accounting, grant administration or a similar finance-related role.
• Strong financial administration and reporting skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyse information and identify financial risks, issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with TechnologyOne (Onecomm) and/or previous Local Government experience will be highly regarded.

An attractive remuneration package is on offer, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, but here are some other great benefits:

• Free local gym membership including Wellness Programs and Fitness Passport.
• If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution.
• Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
• Two additional Local Government days off per year.
• The option of Purchased Leave.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Professional development opportunities including study leave and study assistance.
• Free onsite parking.

About the Shire!

Located in Mundijong, just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, our Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. What that means is that we are transforming the way our community works, lives and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and you could be a part of it!

Our community come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it's the right thing to do and because it makes our organisation stronger.

Where do I apply?

Submit your cover letter and resume online. We are reviewing applications as they come in, so the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all areas, including Mandurah, Peel and Pinjarra regions.

Note: The Shire will collect personal information from you during the recruitment process, which will only be used or disclosed when required to effectively process your application.