Coordinator Accounting Services

2 weeks ago

Nedlands, Australia City of Nedlands Full time $115,291 - $133,968 per year

About the City

The City of Nedlands is located 7km from the Perth CBD and includes a diverse range of features from the beautiful river foreshore of Dalkeith and Nedlands to the crisp white sands of Swanbourne beach. With a dedicated workforce of professional service providers, we are committed to ensuring the City of Nedlands is a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community with a high standard of local services and facilities.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the Coordinator Accounting Services will play a vital role in providing leadership and guidance to our finance team. This role involves overseeing the City's financial reporting and compliance obligations, as well as ensuring the integrity of financial data and reporting.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the finance team, setting work allocations and priorities to ensure high quality day-to-day operations, compliance with statutory requirements, and adherence to Council policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Manage the financial and supply chain modules of the City's TechnologyOne – Ci Anywhere system, including overseeing the year-end rollover process.
  • Take the lead in managing audits, including communication with auditors and the Office of the Auditor General.
  • Coordinate the preparation of the annual budget and mid-year budget review.
  • Complete annual financial statements, end of year audit work papers, and general reconciliations.

About the successful candidate

The successful candidate will possess a tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting and substantial experience in a similar role, particularly in Local Government.

A professional designation as Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) is highly desirable.

Other essential requirements include:

  • substantial experience working with the TechnologyOne - Ci Anywhere system.
  • extensive knowledge of financial discipline and the ability to interpret and apply accounting standards.
  • well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • sound supervisory and leadership skills with relevant experience.
  • strong problem solving, analytical, and research skills.
  • a current National Police Certificate.

What we offer

This permanent, full-time position offers a cash salary of $115,291 - $133,968 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, plus superannuation.

  • 5 weeks Annual Leave.
  • Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave).
  • Up to 14% superannuation contributions.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program & Healthy Workplace Initiatives.
  • Fitness Passport wellness program access.
  • Private health insurance corporate discounts.
  • Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice options.

Additional details

Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a cover letter (no more than 1 page) and a resume demonstrating your suitability for the role.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to the People and Culture team on

How to apply

Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a covering letter and resume demonstrating your suitability for the role.

Applications can be submitted online via the City of Nedlands website and will be accepted until 5pm AWST, Tuesday, 30 September 2025.

Early applications are highly recommended as the City reserves the right to close applications and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.

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