Manager Finance Operations

Permanent Appointment

The DepartmentAt the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia's training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

Leadership for AllCritical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations.

The RoleThe Manager Finance Operations provides operational leadership to the Training Sector Finance Services teams, driving the delivery of efficient, high‑quality, and client‑focused services in line with policies, directions, Shared Services Service Level Agreements, and organisational requirements.

To succeed in this role, you'll ideally bring experience in finance operations within a shared services or financial services setting, backed by a solid background in customer service delivery. You'll have a strong focus on financial operations and reporting, process improvement, taxation compliance, and stakeholder engagement—paired with well-developed leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

You'll be hands-on with key projects like faster secure payables, tech upgrades, new accounting standards and tax research, while also helping lead process improvements across finance and multiple client agencies.

There's a strong focus on building team capability, supporting change, and shaping how financial services evolve to be more efficient, innovative, and future-ready.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Employee BenefitsYou will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options.
• Free onsite parking

Want to know more?For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Gabriel See, Associate Director Training Sector Finance Services on or email

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via

How to applyApplicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and

• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria and expected leadership behaviours as outlined in the attached Job Description Form.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on

Please note…The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.

Applications close Friday, 31 October 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).

Attachments:

- Application Information Pack

- Manager Finance Operations - JDF

- Manager Finance Operations - JDF.DOCX