The Department of Finance is a unique and innovative central government agency, influencing whole-of-government policy and strategy while also delivering a range of important services for the community. Through this blend of policy development and service delivery, Finance enables government to achieve cost-effective, quality outcomes for Western Australians.
Our values-based culture speaks to the heart of who we are, reflects how we go about our business and what we expect from our people. Delivering successful outcomes through our values – inspiring and influential; passionate and committed; honest and respectful; and bold and innovative – is critical to the success of our Department.
The Department of Finance is an agile, productive, vibrant and safe workplace where people can make a real difference and advance their careers. We value diversity and foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our employees are genuinely engaged and encouraged to think differently and work smarter.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and offer a range of flexible work arrangements. We are always looking to adopt new technologies that allow our employees to deliver better outcomes for our community and workplace.
If you believe your values align and you want to be part of the future of Western Australia, there has never been a more exciting and opportune time for you to work at the Department of Finance.
About The Role:
This position performs activities which contribute to the delivery of specialist accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management services on behalf of the Department of Finance.
About You:
The ideal candidate would bring their proven skills and knowledge within an accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management environment, coupled with well-developed conceptual and analytical skills to provide advice to a variety of stakeholders in relation to complex matters.
We are seeking a team player, someone with a flexible work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team, particularly to identify and implement innovative and customer focused solutions. You will also have a willingness to mentor, coach and support others.
How to Apply:
If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS word or PDF format only:
- Resume outlining your current and previous experience and achievements.
- Covering letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining what you can bring to the role in the context of the following essential work-related requirements (outlined on page 3 on the JDF) and how your behaviour aligns with the Department’s Values:
- Proven skills and knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management processes and procedures.
- Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills including the ability to provide advice on complex matters relating to the management of accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management.
- Ability to identify and implement innovative solutions for continual improvement purposes towards the achievement of organisational goals.
You may need to provide documentation to substantiate claims regarding any qualifications listed on your covering letter and/or resume.
A clear demonstration of the Department’s Values throughout the selection process is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Please ensure you apply by the closing deadline as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Further Job Related Information:
For further information about the position, please contact Linda Woods on (08) 6557 8148 (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).
Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form for full position details as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8111, select option 1 followed by option 2 and quote the position number 00024878 to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.
Currently there is one (1) full-time, permanent appointment available for immediate filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time or part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.
