Finance Services Officer

• Full-time | Fixed-Term until 30 September 2026
• Level 4 | Salary from $77,113 - $82,504 per annum, (pro-rata), plus superannuation
• Dynamic role that supports the City's financial integrity and performance

Ready to make your mark in finance?

We're looking for a detail-driven, proactive Finance Services Officer to join our team on a full-time fixed term contract until 30 September 2026. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working with numbers, and want to contribute to meaningful financial operations, this Level 4 role could be your next big move.

About the position

Reporting to the Team Leader Transactional Finance, you will be required to assist the team with:

• Maintaining daily cash balances
• Preparing accruals, prepayment and other accounting adjustments and journals to reflect correct period of expenditure, in accordance with the City's policies, processes and procedures
• General ledger and bank reconciliations and analysis
• Maintaining relevant registers, databases and systems, ensuring that information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible as required and meets legislative requirements
• the City's Treasury management function in accordance with the City's Investment Policy
• Administration and maintenance of credit cards
• Preparation of working papers for the Annual Financial Statements for audit purposes as directed by the leader
• Other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader to support the team to provide timely and accurate outcomes.

About you

To qualify for this role you will have the below skills and knowledge:

• Be a team player
• Experience in a similar role will be highly regarded
• Intermediate administrative and financial skills with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to reconcile accounts.
• Intermediate MS Excel and Word skills
• Effective communication and problem- solving skills.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Effective organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.
• Knowledge of the practical application of occupational health and safety measures in the workplace including hazard identification in an office environment
• Effective understanding of accounting principles and their applications

So… why join the City of Wanneroo?

More Time Off - (pro-rata)

• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• 2 paid Wellness Days and 1 paid Volunteer Day per year
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to additional leave types: Reproductive Health, Cultural/Ceremonial, Family Responsibility and Family & Domestic Violence Leave
• Ability to purchase or cash out leave, depending on your needs

Genuine Flexibility

• Choose between a 9 day fortnight, 19 day month or flexi time arrangement
• This is a full-time role with stable days and hours (76 hours per fortnight, Monday - Friday)
• Start and finish times can be adjusted within a 7am–7pm span
• Hybrid work may be available subject to service area needs

Stability with Mobility

• Long Service Leave is portable across WA local governments
• Permanent roles, strong internal mobility, and sector-wide credibility
• A comprehensive development program with internal capability frameworks and access to funded external courses, workshops, and study leave

Perks & Support

• Up to 15% superannuation with matching
• Free on-site parking
• Thoughtfully designed workspaces with sit-stand desks
• Modern end-of-trip facilities including showers, lockers, and secure bike storage
• Access to salary packaging and novated leasing options
• 50% off membership to our award-winning gym and leisure centre, Aquamotion
• An active social club with regular events

Work Local

With 56% of our workforce living locally, working at the City of Wanneroo isn't just about cutting your commute. This role is a genuine opportunity to contribute to the community you call home. This is work with real purpose, where you will see the impact of your efforts every day – in parks, streets and services around you. It's a meaningful way to give back and shape the future of your City.

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation where your work makes a real impact, not just for our residents, but for the people you work alongside. We're proud of our inclusive culture and the many perspectives that shape it.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and bring their voice to local government. If you value purpose, collaboration, and a team that welcomes you for who you are, you'll feel at home here.

Interested?

If this position sounds like your next career step, then apply now. We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume.

Reference Number: 703675

Close date: Monday 13th October 2025

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Thushara Wijesiri, Coordinator Financial & Strategic Accounting on

Please note:

• A National Police Clearance (within 3 months) is required prior to commencement.
• All employees must declare secondary employment to manage any potential conflicts of interest and fatigue risks.
• Medical assessment may be required depending on the role.