Senior Accounting and Financial Control Analyst

Public Transport Authority; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) invites applications for a Senior Accounting and Financial Control Analyst. You will shape the future finance landscape, moving from legacy processes to modern ERP-enabled ways of working, and strengthen financial governance across the organisation.

You will lead accounting practice improvements, contribute to ERP design and testing, and partner with stakeholders to deliver sustainable, system-enabled improvements for smarter decision-making.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in accounting, financial control or finance transformation.
• Experience supporting ERP design, testing or implementation activities.
• Ability to assess business problems, analyse options and recommend improvements.
• Strong governance, compliance and operational performance focus.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance for financial systems development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine Chart of Accounts and financial data governance.
• Contribute to ERP design, testing, and business readiness activities.
• Drive finance process transformation and controls improvements.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure robust financial governance and accounting accuracy.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Financial governance

ERP implementations

Stakeholder engagement

Business analysis

Education

Bachelor in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Accounting and Financial Control Analyst

Behind every major transformation is someone who can see both the numbers and the bigger picture. At the Public Transport Authority (PTA), we are embarking on one of the most significant organisational changes in our history through the Business Transformation Program (BTP). As our new Senior Accounting and Financial Control Analyst, you will help shape how finance operates in the future, moving the PTA from manual, legacy processes to modern, automated, ERP-enabled ways of working. Working closely with finance leaders, business stakeholders and transformation specialists, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening financial governance, improving controls, and building the foundations for smarter decision-making across the organisation.

This is more than a finance role. It is an opportunity to influence the design of the PTA's future financial landscape. From developing the Chart of Accounts and enhancing financial data governance to supporting process redesign, testing, business readiness and ERP implementation, you will help ensure that accounting practices and financial controls are not only compliant and robust, but fit for the future. This role will play a key part in ERP design, testing, business readiness and finance process transformation activities, helping embed modern, system-enabled ways of working across the PTA. Your ability to combine strong accounting expertise with business analysis skills will enable you to bridge the gap between technical solutions and business needs, ensuring sustainable improvements that deliver long-term value.

We are seeking a finance professional who thrives on solving complex problems, challenging traditional ways of working, and driving meaningful change. You will bring experience in accounting, financial controls, finance transformation, ERP implementations or business improvement initiatives, along with strong stakeholder engagement and analytical skill. If you're ready to help transform the future of finance within one of Western Australia's most important public sector organisations, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Demonstrated experience supporting accounting, financial control, finance transformation or business improvement initiatives in a complex organisational environment.

Experience contributing to ERP, financial management system or enterprise system implementation activities.

Demonstrated ability to assess business problems, analyse options and develop practical recommendations that improve financial governance, compliance and operational performance.

Well-developed management and leadership skills, including the ability to provide strategic guidance in the development of business and financial systems that support financial governance, accounting accuracy and operational efficiency.

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline. CPA or CA qualifications would be highly regarded.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Through constant care, education and forward thinking, we provide a world-class network and workplace that will get everyone there.

Under the PTA, Western Australia’s public transport system is the best in Australia and among the most efficient, clean and safe networks globally. With over 160 million boardings across all services during FY25/26, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go.

Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. This is ultimately what ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

Our Values

The PTA’s Values define what is important to us. Knowing our values helps you understand how we do business and what is expected of you as an employee of the PTA.

Upholding these values and applying them to your work requires a genuine and committed understanding.

Safety - We are committed to safety and protecting your future.

Respect - We value and respect our customers, suppliers and each other.

Recognition - We recognise each other for achievement, initiative and innovation.

Integrity - We are honest and ethical.

Sustainability - We consider the long‑term economic, social and environmental impact of everything we do.

You can expect.

Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways

Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles

Work with a dedicated team that embraces agility, collaboration and continuous improvement

Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round

There is currently one fixed term full-time opportunity available to 30 June 2027, with the possibility of renewal and/or permanency. Part‑time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may arise within the next 12 months

**To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa until 30 June 2027.

The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further Information

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Maurice Hanrahan, Strategic Finance Advisor on 04 475 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted.

Closing Date:5pm (AWST) on Thursday, 22 October 2026