Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

FULL TIME - Permanent

Salary: Level 6 $126, % Superannuation

Location:Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Geraldton

Vacancy Closes:5pm, Monday 20th October 2025

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance team as a Financial Accountant on a permanent full-time basis.

About Us

We are a busy Western Australian Port that places the highest emphasis on our people, customers, and community in conducting our daily business. At Mid West Ports Authority, we recognise that our people are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to developing and supporting our workforce and fostering a work environment where our values of accountability, integrity, courage, caring and collaboration are key.

Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations. MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton's fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.

We are deeply committed to creating a workforce that is diverse, inclusive and reflective of the communities in which we operate in. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

About the Role

A direct reporting line to the Finance Manager, the Financial Accountant administers the general accounting and taxation activities of MWPA including but not limited to the preparation of financial reports for internal use, governmental reporting, account reconciliations, policy and procedure compliance and administration of key finance systems. The role is instrumental in assisting the Finance Manager in consolidating Port wide budgets, forecasts and monthly operational results as well as managing the transactional processes of Finance. Analysis of port results, financial process improvements and management of the fixed asset register will also form part of the role.

About You

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Accounting or Finance Degree, with 5 years' experience in similar role;
• CPA or CA or studying towards certification
• Accounting skills including knowledge of payroll, capital accounting, tax and reconciliations of various accounts;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Sound experience in business improvements;
• Competency with PC-based integrated accounting systems;
• A good communicator, with good levels of both verbal and written communication;
• Demonstrated time management skills with ability to manage concurrent priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Highly motivated self-starter who is able to work with minimum supervision;
• High level of attention to detail; and
• Sound computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and database systems

Benefits

• Flexible Working Arrangements (applicable roles)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Telephone Allowance
• 21 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)
• 13 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)
• Annual salary increases
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Program
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for positions in the public sector.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy. However, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. This option remains valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Living in the Mid West

MWPA operations are located in sunny Geraldton, situated 400kms north of Perth, Western Australia, and is a coastal, community-focused, and family friendly town. We also have several key roles based in our Perth office.

Our reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports, and wildflowers should be enough to tempt anyone, but if you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work in Geraldton.