Job opportunity

Why Work with Us?

At Main Roads we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State.

We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, and Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting Manager to join our team.

Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Accounting Manager to take a lead role in managing Main Roads’ external financial reporting and asset accounting functions. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the organisation’s financial information, while driving compliance with the Financial Management Act 2006, Treasury requirements, and Australian Accounting Standards.

In this role, you will oversee the recording, valuation, and reporting of Main Roads’ significant infrastructure asset base, and provide strategic direction in the development of financial management policies, standards, and procedures. You will work collaboratively across the organisation to deliver timely, high-quality financial reporting outcomes that support effective decision-making and accountability.

As the Financial Accounting Manager, you will be a trusted advisor to senior management and a key liaison with external stakeholders, including the Department of Treasury and Finance, the Office of the Auditor General, and the Australian Accounting Standards Board. You will also lead and mentor a dedicated team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and professional development.

To be successful in this role you need to demonstrate your capability to articulate operational requirements to other leaders so that strategic and key objectives are understood and achieved. Furthermore, you will demonstrate a proactive approach to seeking development and learning opportunities for both your own professional development, and that of your teams.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Manage Main Roads’ external financial reporting, including monthly Treasury submissions and annual financial statements.
• Oversee the valuation, depreciation and reporting of infrastructure and other assets.
• Develop, review and maintain financial management and accounting policies, standards and procedures.
• Provide expert advice on accounting and reporting matters across the organisation.
• Implement new accounting standards and Treasury requirements.
• Represent Main Roads on committees and working groups relating to financial management and infrastructure accounting.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of finance professionals to ensure delivery of high-quality financial management services,

What We Offer:

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Option to work 37.5hrs or 40 hours per week

• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave provisions, such as leave loading and purchase leave
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
2. A copy of your degree/qualification in Commerce/ Accounting
3. A statement outlining your comprehensive skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:

• Preparation of financial statements in a large organisation, and the valuation, recording and reporting of assets
• Developing and applying financial management policies and procedures incorporating Australian Accounting Standards and other financial management legislation
• Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
• Manage employee behaviour, performance and development

For questions about the role, please contact Jon Segui on (08) 9323 4262 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Marina Nguyen on (08) 9323 6375 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Additional Information 

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.