About the role
This is a Recruitment Pool for One (1) permanent position available for immediate filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Management Accountant to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality financial management, budgetary oversight, and strategic advice for the Legal Aid Western Australia.
You will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Providing expert financial analysis, reporting, and strategic advice
- Supporting budget development, monitoring, and forecasting processes
- Ensuring sound financial governance and compliance
- Delivering clear and accurate financial insights to support decision-making
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimise program outcomes
The position is based in Golden Square, our Perth Office
Flexible work arrangements may be available for this position, including remote working options, subject to operational requirements and in line with the Department’s Policy
About you
We are looking for proactive individuals with a finance background who:
- Have strong experience in management accounting and budget management
- Communicates complex financial information clearly and confidently
- Thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
- Have time management skills and the ability to deliver outcomes according to agreed timeframes.
For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us. You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on LinkedIn.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:
- A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
- A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria (Tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 27 April 2026.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
For technical difficulties while applying online, contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 and quote recruitment ID number 12300203
- All such applications should have a lodged date and time generated automatically.
- Transmissions received after the closing date and time will not be accepted unless there is evidence of fault in the online system being down.
If you have any questions about the application process or do not have access to a computer with internet access, please contact RecruitmentAdmin@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
Further information
Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Yuzhi Zhou, Chief Financial Officer on (08) 9261 6236 or email yuzhi.zhou@legalaid.wa.gov.au
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment. For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit Jobs and Skills WA.
Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please email RecruitmentAdmin@legalaid.wa.gov.au
Other Conditions
This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process. The panel may also search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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JDF - Senior Management Accountant L6.doc
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time
LOCATION:
Perth
CLOSING DATE:
2026-03-31 4:00 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
