If you're passionate about making a difference working in a purpose-driven organisation, we have an exciting opportunity for you. At Volunteering WA, we understand the importance of work-life balance. We offer a hybrid workplace with flexible working hours and five weeks’ annual leave.

Join us in our mission to empower people and communities to enrich Western Australia.

ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WA

Volunteering WA is the peak body for volunteering in Western Australia. We work to strengthen the volunteering sector and promote the value of volunteering, empowering people and communities across the state. Our vision is a society where everyone is inspired to make a difference.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled Assistant Accountant, ideally with not-for-profit sector experience. The role has a focus on providing support across a busy and varied organisation through the day-to-day coordination of the transactional accounting functions. The position has both broad and deep scope, with responsibilities including:

Processing all financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable and banking.

Professional and timely communication with staff, suppliers, clients and other stakeholders.

Responsible for end-to-end payroll function for approx. 30 staff including management of employee details, leave requests, mileage claims, superannuation contributions, salary packaging arrangements and taxation.

Responsible for month end procedures including reconciliations, journals and lodgement of returns.

Provision of technical leadership and direction within the Finance team regarding the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of online systems and processes that support the finance function.

Working collaboratively to deliver finance projects including the annual outgoing grants program.

ABOUT YOU

You have relevant tertiary or TAFE qualifications in accounting or bookkeeping.

You have a proven track record in a similar role requiring transactional processing, reconciliation and problem-solving.

You are experienced in managing the end-to-end payroll function.

You are competent in using Microsoft Office and databases, with strong MS Excel skills.

You are an organised planner who consistently achieves agreed goals.

You are a self-motivated, hands on and pragmatic person with a strong work ethic, a can-do attitude and an eye for detail.

Your written and verbal communication skills are excellent.

You are closely aligned with our values of integrity, innovation and inclusivity.

WHY JOIN VOLUNTEERING WA?

Flexible and rewarding work environment – Hybrid workplace, flexible working hours, centrally located office in West Leederville (relocating to brand new East Perth office space in 2026), and a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Attractive salary – Competitive base salary of $52,884 (equivalent to $88,140 for full-time), plus 12% super and salary packaging of up to $18,549 in additional tax-free pay per year.

Additional benefits - Five weeks’ annual leave (including one week during office close-down over Christmas) plus birthday leave, professional development opportunities and access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Be part of a passionate team – Work alongside like-minded individuals committed to strengthening WA’s volunteer sector.

Volunteer – Up to one week (pro rata) of paid leave per year to support your volunteering, including an all-staff volunteering day.

APPLICATIONS

You can view the Job Description on the Volunteering WA website: www.volunteeringwa.org.au/news/vacancy-assistant-accountant

Please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (up to 2 pages), along with your resume.

We are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply, including First Nations People, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Rolling interviews will occur throughout the application period and if the position is filled prior to the application closing date, this position listing will be updated.

If you would like to know more about the role or have any questions, please get in touch with Andrea Cole on [email protected].

Applications close: 5.00pm, 8 October 2025