Coordinator Finance

Shire of Murray; Pinjarra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Up to 15.5% superannuation

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing program

Job summary

The Shire of Murray is seeking a full-time Finance Officer to join our team in Western Australia. The role covers 76 hours over a 9-day fortnight and focuses on data integrity, tax compliance, insurance management, investments, and financial reporting.

You will support asset management and payroll while contributing to a collaborative, community‑minded workplace. We offer professional development, study assistance, and health programs to help you grow.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills and accounting software experience.
• Ability to manage time and organise tasks effectively.
• Experience in local government or similar environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing data integrity and coordination of financial transactions.
• Ensuring the compliance of the Shire's tax obligations.
• Management of the Shire's insurance portfolio.
• Coordinate the Shires's investments.
• Assistance with the preparation of financial and management reporting.
• Assist with asset management and payroll.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Customer service

Time management

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About the role

This full-time position, working 76 hours across a 9-day fortnight will encompass all things finance making it the perfect opportunity for someone to take their career to the next level. While you are involved in tasks throughout our team, some of your key focuses will be:

• Overseeing data integrity and coordination of financial transactions;
• Ensuring the compliance of the Shire's tax obligations;
• Management of the Shire's insurance portfolio;
• Coordinate the Shires's investments;
• Assistance with the preparation of financial and management reporting;
• Assist with asset management and payroll.

Why Choose Murray? Located in the heart of the picturesque Peel region, the Shire of Murray offers an enviable work-life balance with a supportive and friendly workplace culture. We are committed to fostering professional development and provide opportunities for career growth. Enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative team while making a meaningful difference in a thriving community-focussed environment.

What we offer

• A 9-day fortnight
• Up to 15.5% superannuation contribution
• Professional development opportunities and study assistance
• Employee health and wellbeing program, including gym membership

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Fantastic customer service skills and an interest in helping other's out;
• Time management and organisation skills;
• Interested in building a strong team culture;
• A wizard with excel and accounting software;
• Experience within local government or a similar position.

For any questions about the role, please contact the Human Resources Officer on 08 9531 7704 .

Applications will close 4:00pm Monday, 2 November 2026.

Dean Unsworth Chief Executive Officer

The Shire of Murray is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse cultures and all age groups.