About the role

We are looking for an Accountant Financial Accounting to join the Finance team on a permanent full-time basis. The role requires a strong and well-developed ability to analyse financial data to summarise and present proposals for daily cash investments of an ongoing portfolio of approximately $200m.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to;

• Responsible for timely preparation of accurate Statutory regulated financial reports, monthly and annually with specific compliance to Australian Accounting Standards and appropriate legislation to achieve the corporate objectives outlined in Corporate Plans;
• Accountable for daily cash flow reconciliation and presentation of investment options aligned to Council Policy and Strategy, related to a large portfolio of over $200m;
• Accountable for delivery and lodgement of the acquittal of external grants. This requires liaising with funding bodies, program managers, external auditors and executive staff;
• Prepare segments dealing with borrowings, reserves and infrastructure assets for Statutory reports and associated internal and external audits, Annual budget, Mid year reviews;
• Provide technical guidance on a broad range of financial matters to the wider organisation

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Commerce or equivalent.
• Sound, demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and policy requirements in local government
• Previous experience in an accounting environment with comprehensive exposure to preparing financial reports
• Sound working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards that apply to local government
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The salary for this position will be from $94,386.53 to $112,499.22 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and flexible work arragements
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Naum Stojanovski directly on (08) 9267 9125.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on 9267 9014.

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Monday 6 October 2025 at 11:00pm.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please apply as early as possible.

*No agencies please.