At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance.
- Company: Join the City of Karratha, a vibrant local government employer.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave, 13% superannuation, and wellness support.
- Other info: Be part of a forward-thinking team focused on sustainable growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community services while building your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 147429 - 147429 $ per year.
Base from $138,834 - $147,429 per annum plus super
It’s an exciting time to join the City.
As we bring the Council Plan 2025–2035 to life, we are growing and reshaping our organisation to better deliver on the priorities that matter most to our community.
That means new opportunities for people who want to contribute to meaningful work, help shape how we deliver services, and be part of a team building for the future.
Joining us now means stepping into an organisation with ambition, momentum and a clear sense of purpose.
You’ll be part of a team committed to making a real difference for our community and helping create a connected, resilient and thriving future for the City.
About the Role
As the Financial Operations Accountant, you will provide leadership and strategic oversight of the City's Rates, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient delivery of financial operations, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting organisational decision-making through high-quality financial information and analysis.
This is a leadership position that combines operational management with continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight, and the development of a high-performing team.
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and manage the City's Rates, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions to ensure efficient, compliant and customer-focused service delivery.
- Provide specialist advice and support to the Chief Financial Officer and internal stakeholders on financial operations, policy application, risk management and process improvement.
- Oversee rating activities including annual rate modelling, rate notices, arrears management, statutory compliance and rating revenue reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, system enhancements and process reviews to strengthen financial controls, governance and operational efficiency.
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering accountability, capability development and high service standards.
- What We’re Looking For
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, supported by substantial experience in financial operations within a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated expertise across rates, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll functions, ideally within a local government environment.
- Strong leadership capability with experience managing staff, driving performance, leading change and implementing operational improvements.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills, with the ability to provide clear recommendations and influence business outcomes.
- CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants membership (or significant progress towards completion) will be highly regarded, along with advanced financial systems and Excel proficiency.
Why Join Us?
- 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
- Allowances of up to $25,103 per annum
- Enjoy your own Free individual membership to our recreation centres and pool facilities, and access $500 of Salary Sacrifice arrangements that can be used for specific programmes or family memberships
- Up to $3,000 per year for approved study relevant to your role
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
- Play a key role in delivering sound financial governance and sustainable outcomes for the community.
The City of Karratha sits at the heart of civic, cultural and economic life in the Pilbara and is a major regional local government employer in North-West WA.
We provide leadership, infrastructure and community services that support a growing, diverse and resilient region.
Guided by our Council Plan, we focus on liveability, sustainable growth and high-quality service delivery across Karratha, Dampier, Wickham, Roebourne (Ieramugadu) and Point Samson (Mulhagurla).
Join a forward-thinking organisation and build a meaningful career while enjoying a vibrant regional lifestyle and strong community connections.
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