| Position Description: |
Download Position Description |
Join Our Growing Team!
Permanent full-time, Annual Salary Up To $81,286.81
The Shire of Gingin is seeking a skilled Finance Officer to join our Corporate Services team. Reporting to the Coordinator Financial Planning and Reporting, this role supports the delivery of accurate and timely financial outcomes that underpin the Shire’s strategic and operational objectives.
Key responsibilities include assisting with statutory and management reporting, budget preparation and monitoring, financial reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and Shire policies. The position also contributes to improving financial systems and processes while providing support and guidance to colleagues.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to apply their expertise, initiative, and problem-solving skills in a collaborative local government environment.
What We Can Offer You
- Annual cash salary up to $81,286.81 plus superannuation up to 15%.
- 9-day fortnight is possible and 19-day month is possible (full-time)
- 22 days annual leave.
- Supportive team environment and professional development.
To Apply
Applicants may view the Position Description HERE.
Written applications may be emailed to mail@gingin.wa.gov.au or submitted via the "Apply Online for this Job" button below.
A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.
Your application must include the following 3 documents:
- Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
- Current CV / Resumé (please ensure referees are current).
- Response to the Selection Criteria - see page 2 of the Position Description and in a separate document outline your ability to meet each of the requirements of the role (maximum of 3 pages).
Applications close 4.00pm, Wednesday 24 September 2025.
Eligibility
- Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
- The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
- All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
Enquiries
- Genesia Koorasingh, Human Resources Manager – (08) 9575 5100
- Alarna Richards, Coordinator Financial Planning and Reporting – (08) 9575 5161
- Karina Leonhardt, Manager Corporate Services – (08) 9575 5147
Note for recruiters and employment agencies - we respectfully ask not to contact us regarding this job posting as unsolicited resumes or recruitment services will not be responded to or accepted.
Scott Wildgoose
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
 |