Finance and Administration Officer

Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?

We want to hear from you.

About us

The Department of Treasury and Finance is at the centre of Government decision-making. As the principal economic and financial advisor, we provide leadership and strategic advice and influence to support the delivery of services and outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia.

What we do is integral to the Government's decision-making processes about where and how to spend taxpayer's money to ensure Western Australians have access to quality services on a financially sustainable basis.

We lead procurement and leverage our buying power to secure products and services for government, achieving value for money for WA.

We collect revenue to fund government services and administer payment of grants and subsidies to the WA community.

The work area

This role sits within the Corporate Strategy and Performance Directorate, which is part of the Advisory Services Business Unit. The Finance and Procurement Services team is a small, enthusiastic team that works in partnership with business areas to drive solutions and initiatives that ensure DTF operates in a manner that is efficient and sustainable, whilst achieving the agency's objectives. This includes:

• the preparation of financial information to facilitate and discharge statutory reporting obligations including Budget Papers and Financial Statements;
• the provision of advice on the effectiveness of financial, budget management and financial controls in meeting the requirements of the agency;
• provision of guidance on financial and governance risks to the agency's current and projected services; and
• the provision of oversight, advice and support of the DTF's procurement function.

The opportunity

Do you like solving problems and can work collaboratively as part of a team? We are looking for a solution focused officer with the ability to prioritise tasks through effective time management, and to join a fantastic team to make a difference for Western Australia. In this role, you will:

• be responsible for facilitating the timely payment and receipting of funds, ensuring all transactions adhere to the relevant sections of the Financial Management Act 2006 and the Treasurer's Instructions.
• ensure financial administrative information, reconciliations and record management systems are kept up to date.
• provide support to the Chief Finance Officer and the management team, applying attention to detail and problem-solving techniques, to help facilitate the provision of quality financial information.

We currently have one (1) permanent full-time positionavailable for filling within the team.

Note: Due to the department's shutdown over the Christmas/New Year period, this selection process will be finalised in early 2026. The selected candidate will be expected to commence in the role in the new year.

Find out more

If you'd like to have a chat about the role please contact Deborah Dronfield, Enterprise Procurement Manager via  or

Note:Will be unavailable to be contacted during the period of 25 December 2025 to 1 January 2026.

Visit our careers page to find out why Treasury and Finance is an incredible place to work.

How to apply

1. Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
2. Click the 'Apply button' which will re-direct you to the jobswa website where you will need to apply for the position.

3. Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):

4. a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;

5. a maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the Essential Role-Specific Requirements (ERSR) 1, 2 and 3,highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
6. provide the name and contact details of two (2) referees, with one being your current line Manager or Supervisor.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact 

Due to the department's shutdown over the Christmas/New Year period,please be advised the Recruitment team will be unavailable to take your calls or answer any queries during the period of 25 December 2025 to 5 January 2026. Any queries will be answered after this time.

Should you have lodgment issues, please note that Thomson Reuters will have a minimal team working over Christmas, aside from the Public Holidays December 2025) there will be someone on the helpdesk to assist applicants.

Subsequent Vacancies

This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within Treasury and Finance across the WA public sector for up to 12 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury and Finance, in accordance withPart 2 of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.