Senior Financial Accountant

Department of Energy and Economic Diversification; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED) is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support financial operations, accounting, statutory reporting and policy development. You will apply your expertise to taxation, foreign exchange, loans and assets within a government finance framework, contributing to a culture of accountability and excellence.

Based in Perth, you will work with a small, high‑performing team under the Financial Operations directorate to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Financial Management Act and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Proficiency in Excel and government financial systems.
• Understanding of taxation, foreign exchange, loans and assets in a government context.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial advice and support financial operations, accounting, statutory reporting and policy development.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislation and standards across reporting and governance.
• Collaborate with the Financial Operations team to maintain accurate financial policies and systems.

Skills

Financial accounting

Excel

Government finance experience

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Financial Management System

Job description

Shape the Future of Western Australia

Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position WA on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact — this is where your next chapter begins. Grow your career with us Explore our career opportunities and graduate program to discover how you can make a meaningful impact. For current vacancies, visit us on LinkedIn or head to the DEED corporate website.

About the Department

DEED is responsible for securing the State’s energy and economic future, driving innovation and long-term prosperity for all. This includes:

• Ensuring Western Australia is a reliable, efficient and attractive place to do business
• Increasing business investment
• Fostering Western Australia’s skills and capacity now and into the future
• Driving the energy transition

Principles

• Lead with empathy and integrity : Act with kindness, respect and care for colleagues, stakeholders and communities. Be authentic and transparent, making grounded decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term priorities.
• Collaborate and connect : Build trust and strong relationships across teams, regions and international offices. Break down silos, share expertise and engage stakeholders constructively to deliver better outcomes together.
• Take ownership and be accountable : Lead at every level by taking initiative, leaning on strengths and empowering others. Define roles, responsibilities and decision pathways clearly, ensuring accountability is visible and consistent.
• Focus on progress and continuous improvement : Prioritise finding practical solutions. Reflect, learn and adapt quickly to changing circumstances, continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce duplication.
• Stay aligned to purpose and impact : Keep connected to DEED’s bigger picture, enabling Western Australia’s long-term prosperity. Align actions to strategy, work across government and deliver innovative solutions that create enduring value for the community.

About the Role

Tenure: Permanent full‑time Science and Innovation, Industry and Corporate Capability builds the State’s capacity through targeted support, fostering innovation and industry capability and ensures effective and efficient administration of DEED’s financial assistance and equity programs and business support functions.

The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for providing expert financial advice. This includes supporting the delivery of financial operations, financial accounting, statutory reporting, financial systems and financial policies. The role contributes to the management of taxation requirements, foreign exchange, loans, assets and contracted service arrangements. The role contributes in a team to build a culture of high performance, accountability, responsibility and capability. The successful applicant will have knowledge of the Financial Management Act, Australian Accounting Standards and other legislation, instructions or process relating to government finance and administration. Combined with proficiency in Excel and experience using a Financial Management System you will work to provide innovative solutions for the team and other key stakeholders within the department. Further information about the role and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Assessment of leadership behaviours may be included in the recruitment process.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities, and young people. If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact our Talent Team at [e-mail] . We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.

Additional job information

Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. Late submissions will not be accepted. Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Clearance before commencing employment. Some positions may also require an Australian Government Security Clearance.

Interested in more information? For information regarding these positions, you are encouraged to contact Daniel Gilbert, Director Financial Operations, via [e-mail].

Closing Date: Your online application must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time - 3:00 PM on Monday, 26 October 2026 (AWST).