Senior Financial Accountant: Shape WA's Energy Transition

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

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