Business System Analyst - Finance

Level 7 - $128,265.08 per annum + Housing and Utilities Support

*Increasing to $132,595.68 per annum as of 1st July 2025

Permanent | Full-Time

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

The responsilities of the Business System Analyst - Finance involve the following:

• Leading the design and implementation of automated workflows and process improvements across Finance, Purchasing, and Asset ERP modules
• Providing authoritative advice on ERP configurations and processes to ensure alignment and compliance with Australian Accounting
• Acting as the ERP subject matter expert, delivering strategic enhancements and ensuring the system integrity of key Finance modules
• Play a key role in audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborating with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into smart ERP solutions
• Champion data integrity and compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and internal policies

Our ideal applicant will have a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Financial Systems) or significant experience and demonstrated understanding of core business processes. You will require a high level of experience across administering, configuring and implementing new business systems whilst being able to critically evaluate and solve problems/present solutions.

You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Town embarks on a culture of change with embracing of a wide range of new technologies, a large capitals works program, and a number of other projects that make the Town a desirable place to live and work.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Tertiary Qualification or Significant Experience in a relevant discipline, e.g. Financial Systems
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class drivers license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing and Utilities Allowance
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy six weeks annual leave, complemented with 17.5% leave loading
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training & Development: We're committed to your career growth!
• Paid parental leave
• Plus much more!

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Wednesday 11th June 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.