Job opportunity

As of 11:30am (AWST) on Friday 6 February 2026 the closing date of this advertisement has been extended to 12:00pm on Friday 13 February 2026 (AWST)

Shape the Future of Western Australia

Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position WA on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact - this is where your next chapter begins.

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About the Department

DEED is responsible for securing the State’s energy and economic future, driving innovation and long-term prosperity for all. This includes:

• Ensuring Western Australia is a reliable, efficient and attractive place to do business
• Increasing business investment
• Fostering Western Australia’s skills and capacity now and into the future
• Driving the energy transition

The Department is guided by the following principles which shape our culture, decision-making and strategic direction:

• Lead with empathy and integrity: Act with kindness, respect and care for colleagues, stakeholders and communities. Be authentic and transparent, making grounded decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term priorities.
• Collaborate and connect: Build trust and strong relationships across teams, regions and international offices. Break down silos, share expertise and engage stakeholders constructively to deliver better outcomes together.
• Take ownership and be accountable: Lead at every level by taking initiative, leaning on strengths and empowering others. Define roles, responsibilities and decision pathways clearly, ensuring accountability is visible and consistent.
• Focus on progress and continuous improvement: Prioritise finding practical solutions. Reflect, learn and adapt quickly to changing circumstances, continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce duplication.
• Stay aligned to purpose and impact: Keep connected to DEED’s bigger picture, enabling Western Australia’s long-term prosperity. Align actions to strategy, work across government and deliver innovative solutions that create enduring value for the community.

About the Role

Tenure: Permanent full-time

Corporate Services provides the infrastructure and expertise that allows all teams to deliver their best work.

Corporate Services ensures the agency operates efficiently, is compliant and has the right people, systems and processes to meet strategic goals.

We have one permanent, full time (75hrs p/f) position available. 

Are you an experienced enthusiastic finance and accounting professional looking for your next leadership opportunity to further your career? A great opportunity exists to join a vibrant and enthusiastic team of finance professionals.

In this role you will be responsible for the finance business partnering with one (or more) of DEED’s operating groups; delivering financial advice and supporting strategic management of the finance functions. You will play a key role in providing expert financial advice to the Department’s Committees, management and external bodies and have experience communicating at the Deputy Director General level or equivalent. Additionally, you will assist in the preparation of budgets that shape our financial strategies, and collaborate closely with various business areas offering high-quality, customer-focused management accounting services that ensure our financial health and growth.

The role helps build organisational and performance capabilities across the Department by designing and monitoring financial planning, internal budgeting and reporting solutions. The role delivers on the management of, and performance against, the internal budget, including salary and capital expenditure and revenues, and the generation of data driven reports and insights. Collaborating across the Department, the role aims to build a culture of high performance, accountability, responsibility and capability.

The successful applicant should possess managerial experience in a financial management environment and working knowledge of relevant legislation, instructions and processes relating to government finance and administration including the Financial Management Act.

Take the next step in your career and make a significant impact at DEED.

Further information about the role and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Assessment of leadership behaviours may be included in the recruitment process.

How to apply

To apply, click ‘Apply for Job’ at top or bottom of this page and follow the prompts. Please submit the following:

• A covering letter (two pages maximum) demonstrating your skills and experience in relation to the requirements outlined in the Job Description Form.
• A current CV detailing your skills, work history and key achievements. Please include contact details of two referees – ideally including your current or most recent line manager.

Your application must be submitted online. To avoid any last-minute system issues, we recommend submitting your application well ahead of the closing time.

Interested in more information?

For information regarding these positions, you are encouraged to contact Sue Henderson,  A/Director Finance Business Partnerships on 0409 119 898 or Sue.Henderson@deed.wa.gov.au

To learn more about what we do and how to prepare your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities, and young people.

If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact our Talent Team at talent@deed.wa.gov.au. We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.

Additional job information

Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Clearance before commencing employment. Some positions may also require an Australian Government Security Clearance.

Closing Date: 12:00pm on Friday 13 February 2026 (AWST)