Assistant Finance Manager

3 days ago

Shire Of East Pilbara, Western Australia Crisdale Recruitment Group Full-time
  • Local Government Experience is Essential for this position
  • Must be able to relocate to the Pilbara
  • House and Relocation is provided.
  • Local Government Experience is Essential for this position
  • Must be able to relocate to the Pilbara
  • House and Relocation is provided.

CRG has been engaged by the Shire of East Pilbara to recruit a highly capable Assistant Finance Manager to provide leadership and continuity while the current incumbent is seconded to another division.

This is a hands-on leadership role supporting the Manager Financial Services and Director Corporate Services during a significant ERP digital transformation. You will oversee the Shire's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficient service delivery across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor Coordinators and Finance Officers across creditors, debtors and related functions
  • Ensure compliance with the Local Government Act 1995, associated regulations and Australian Accounting Standards
  • Oversee monthly financial reporting, reconciliations, and period-end close processes
  • Support budgeting, annual financial statements, audit processes and grant acquittals
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of a new chart of accounts and finance system as part of the ERP project
  • Provide high-quality advice and support to executive and Council as required

Essential Skills, and Experience.

  • Proven experience in financial management, ideally within local government or a similar regulated environment
  • Strong people leadership and mentoring skills
  • Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail
  • Clear, professional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Comfortable leading through change and system implementation
  • High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism
  • Relocation to the Pilbara is required
  • Full Australian work rights are essential.