Principal Consultant – Financial Policy

Department of Education; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannuatn

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Public transport access

CA/CA mentoring

Job summary

The Department of Education WA is seeking a Principal Consultant - Financial Policy to shape financial policy across central services and schools, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.

You will develop, review and implement policies, provide expert advice on financial matters, and engage with stakeholders to support governance under Australian Accounting Standards and the Financial Management Act 2006.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience and knowledge in financial management and accounting standards.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Provide expert advice on financial policy matters through research and stakeholder engagement.
• Influence financial governance across central services and schools.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Financial governance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP Financial Services are responsible for key finance-related functions, including financial policy and governance, financial reporting and school financial management and support. The Role The Finance and Commercial Services Division is seeking a highly motivated Principal Consultant - Financial Policy to join the Financial Services Branch. We welcome applications from accounting professionals with diverse experience and career pathways. Are you an experienced enthusiastic and curious accounting professional looking for a senior level opportunity to further your career? Join a vibrant and enthusiastic team of accounting professionals and play a key role in shaping financial policy across the Department of Education. This diverse and rewarding role offers an experienced accounting professional the opportunity to influence financial governance, support informed decision-making, and contribute to positive outcomes for public education in Western Australia. As the Principal Consultant Financial Policy, you will develop, review and implement financial policies and procedures that support both central services and schools to ensure compliance with legislation. Working within a complex and dynamic environment, you will provide expert advice on financial policy matters through conducting research, considering options and engaging with stakeholders. Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience and knowledge in financial management, accounting standards and legislative compliance, including a strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, the Financial Management Act 2006, Financial Regulations, Treasurer's Instructions and other relevant legislation. You will have well developed interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships at all levels This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that offers variety, influence and the chance to make a lasting impact across one of Western Australia's largest public sector organisations.

Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Anitra Mattiussi, Manager Financial Policy and Governance on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail]

Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• While this is a full time position, flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
• The Department is on the CPA Recognised Employer Program and we also provide mentoring for the Institute of Chartered Accounts Australia and New Zealand CA Program.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• hold a relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1070669 Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026