Financial Performance Manager
People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. With a rich history dating back to 1926 and exciting future ahead, Main Roads Western Australia is the WA State Government agency responsible for managing the State's road network safely, connecting people and places. Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.
Why we need you
Main Roads are currently seeking a professional with substantial experience in financial management and programming. As a key member of our Metropolitan Region, you will govern the financial management function, playing an important role in supporting the branch to manage the daily condition and development of the Main Roads network and assets in the Perth metropolitan area. You will monitor, review and analyse the Region’s finances to make recommendations for program changes in order to maximise program delivery, ultimately supporting the branch to provide safe and efficient road access to our community.
In this role, you will utilise your experience in financial management to ensure the region maintains their compliance in accordance with the Financial Management Act (2006), Treasurer’s Instructions and other Main Roads policies, standards and procedures. You will prepare and provide critical information and interpretive advice on the Region’s financial standing and management in addition to providing specialist advice in the financial management components of the Metropolitan Local Roads Program.
This is a critical and important role within Main Roads. You will need a strong understanding of financial management to enable you to provide specialist advice to key stakeholders, including Senior Executives, Regional Managers and various committees. To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your analytical, risk identification and reporting skills in addition to your technical capability as they relate to financial management, and programming.
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 our competitive salary and 10.0% superannuation, the following initiatives/benefits may be available:
- Competitive salaries
- Attractive leave provisions
- Training and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing focus
Submitting Your Application
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A three (3) page covering letter outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria:
- Financial management including budgeting, principles, practices and systems in a large and complex organisation.
- Financial performance research analysis and problem solving
- Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships in relation to the position’s key deliverables.
- Evidence of the required licences and qualifications as outlined in the Job Role Statement – originals must be supplied prior to appointment.
If you have any questions about the role, contact Laura Alderslade, Manager Asset Management and Road Programs on (08) 9323 4985.
For any general enquires, contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au
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.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
Applicants may be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process.
Applicants will be required to complete a National Police Clearance 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.