The Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB) are the caretakers of Perth’s cemeteries, entrusted to commemorate the lives of Western Australians now and into the future. We respectfully help family and friends honour the lives of loved ones and safeguard memories for future generations.
We have one permanent full-time position available for an experienced Manager Finance at Karrakatta Cemetery.
About you
- You have substantial experience in managing and developing a high performing finance team, working in a complex environment.
- You demonstrate a high level of professional integrity and honesty.
- You’re motivated to lead in a small team of finance professionals who have the ability to make a difference.
- You will align with our values of Compassion, Respect, Understanding and Integrity.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate person who is passionate about financial management and sustainability to provide a seamless and high quality service in our beautiful cemeteries.
The Manager Finance will be responsible for:
- Preparing financial information for the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes and conducts financial reviews in accordance with policies, procedures and accounting standards.
- Monitoring the integrity of the MCB’s financial information and ensures the provision of timely, accurate financial reporting for the MCB and external bodies (including the WA Treasury and the Office of the Auditor General).
- Developing and updating the products and services costing models to support the development of pricing initiatives and to inform assessment processes for medium and long term sustainability plans.
- Leading a high performing team of management and financial accounting officers.
Why you want to work at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board
The MCB is an organisation with heart. Our work has an important role in supporting and caring for the WA community in times of grief. We provide a diverse and purposeful work environment that:
- encourages innovation and continuous improvement
- values self-leadership and emotional intelligence
- provides opportunity to do rewarding and challenging work
- provides flexible start and finish times, within operational requirements
- provides ongoing training and development opportunities
- remunerates you with Award based salary and leave entitlements plus 11% superannuation
- includes employee assistance and wellbeing programs to ensure your physical and psychological health in the workplace.
Equity and Diversity
The MCB embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, youth and people from sexual or gender diverse orientations.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Human Resources on 9383 5228. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Further Job Related information
For more information about this role please contact Mr Joe Fortuna, Chief Finance Officer, on 9383 5266.
Please also refer to the attached Job Description Form and applicant information kit to assist you in preparing your application. If you experience difficulties downloading any of these documents, please call Human Resources on (08) 9383 5228.
Find out more about the benefits of working at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board at https://mcb.wa.gov.au/our-organisation/employment-opportunities.
How to apply
To be considered for an interview, please submit:
- Please submit your current CV outlining your work experience and skills as relevant to this opportunity.
- Please include a covering letter of no more than 3 pages addressing the work related criteria in the job description form.
Eligibility Requirements
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance. A criminal conviction may not preclude you from gaining employment.
- Australian permanent residency is a minimum requirement for permanent appointment to the West Australian Public Sector.
On-line application lodgement
Apply online by clicking on the “apply for job” button.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Applications close: Monday, 6 May 2024 at 10:00am.