Financial Accountant

About The Role
Western Health is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team, supporting the delivery of the New Footscray Hospital through a Public Private Partnership (PPP). This role plays a critical part in ensuring financial integrity and transparency across a complex infrastructure project that directly contributes to Western Health's strategic focus of providing Best Care to communities across Melbourne's west.
Location: Braybrook
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: HS3
As a key liaison between Western Health, the Department of Health, Project Co, and other stakeholders, you'll be instrumental in managing financial reporting, compliance, and contract obligations. Your work will help shape the future of healthcare infrastructure in Victoria.
Key Responsibilities
Manage financial reporting and compliance obligations related to the New Footscray Hospital PPP
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including the Department of Health, Project Co, and NFH project teams
Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and reconciliations
Assist with audit preparation, assurance activities, and the development of financial year-end statements specific to the PPP
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team
About You
CPA/CA qualification
Experience in Public Private Partnerships or large-scale infrastructure projects (highly desirable)
Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and compliance
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work effectively within a highly skilled and enthusiastic team
Proactive and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Strong technical accounting skills and a keen eye for detail, with the ability to communicate clearly across diverse stakeholder groups
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs. With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage. We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us? Compensation And Benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and Development
Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.
Community Impact and Inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
We'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts. If you are currently employed at Western Health, please sign in through the Employee Login via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date:
11:59pm on 24 September 2025.
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, contact Debbie Ruiz on .
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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