About WATC
As the State’s central financial services provider, Western Australian Treasury Corporation (WATC) cares about the financial health of Western Australia’s government sector. WATC partner with government entities to achieve sound financial outcomes and provide access to a comprehensive range of corporate finance, debt and investment, risk management and foreign exchange products and advisory services. They also provide their investors with secure and sustainable opportunities.
As the State’s central financial services provider, Western Australian Treasury Corporation (WATC) cares about the financial health of Western Australia’s government sector. WATC partner with government entities to achieve sound financial outcomes and provide access to a comprehensive range of corporate finance, debt and investment, risk management and foreign exchange products and advisory services. They also provide their investors with secure and sustainable opportunities.
You can find out more about the organisation including our purpose, history and key activities by visiting the About Us tab on the WATC website.
The Opportunity
WATC are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Officer to join their Finance, Administration and Treasury Operations team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of accurate and timely financial accounting activities through to trial balance, including daily reconciliations and reporting that support WATC’s operations. This permanent role suits a self-managing professional who enjoys hands-on transactional accounting, works confidently to recurring deadlines, and is motivated to contribute to a high-performing team.
WATC are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Officer to join their Finance, Administration and Treasury Operations team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of accurate and timely financial accounting activities through to trial balance, including daily reconciliations and reporting that support WATC’s operations. This permanent role suits a self-managing professional who enjoys hands-on transactional accounting, works confidently to recurring deadlines, and is motivated to contribute to a high-performing team.
Key activities include:
- Performing daily and month-end bank reconciliations and completing the daily profit and loss reconciliation process.
- Managing accounts receivable activities, client accounting files and foreign currency invoice approvals.
- Coordinating month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations and other financial adjustments.
- Producing accurate monthly reporting through to a completed trial balance and supporting quarterly, statutory and management reporting.
- Maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, chart of accounts, fixed asset register and supporting accounting systems and procedures.
- Supporting tax compliance, year-end financial statements, internal and external audits, and the application of accounting standards.
- Contributing ideas and practical improvements to processes, documentation and team initiatives.
WATC’s ideal applicant is an organised and dependable accounting professional who combines strong technical capability with a practical, collaborative approach. You will be comfortable taking ownership of recurring daily deliverables, keeping stakeholders informed and maintaining accuracy during busy reporting periods.
If you can demonstrate the following capabilities and experience, we would love to hear from you:
- CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent) with current membership.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including the interpretation and application of Australian Accounting Standards.
- Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, reconciliations and reporting through to trial balance.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial accounting and related business systems.
- Ability to organise priorities, work autonomously and provide clear assurance that key deliverables are progressing.
- Constructive and professional communication skills, with the confidence to work closely with the Finance Manager and a range of internal stakeholders.
- A collaborative mindset, sound judgement and a genuine interest in improving efficiency, quality and productivity.
WATC values shape their behaviours and define how they relate to each other, their clients and their community:
Integrity –
We are open, honest and accountable. We adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards. We honour our promises.
Partnership –
We work collaboratively with our stakeholders and colleagues towards achieving successful outcomes.
Adaptability
– We challenge ourselves to think creatively and to continuously improve.
Achievement
– We are engaged and focused on delivering valued outcomes for Western Australia.
Leadership
– We use our knowledge and experience to contribute to the long-term benefit of Western Australia.
Employee Benefits WATC offer a range of benefits beyond remuneration that include:
- Flexible work arrangements:
- A supportive approach to work / life balance
- Working from home options and flexible start and finish times
- Compressed work schedules and part-time work opportunities.
- Health and wellbeing focus:
- Calendar of a range of wellbeing initiatives
- Two wellbeing days annually
- Discounted health insurance.
- Generous leave:
- 12.5 days personal leave per year
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave (on top of government paid parental leave scheme)
- Access to purchase additional annual leave.
- Diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment:
- Strong organisational focus on diversity and inclusion
- A reward and recognition program.
- Professional development opportunities:
- Professional memberships
- Support for tertiary education.
- Salary Packaging:
- Novated lease for the purchase of a car
- Salary packaging for personal IT equipment.
- Contemporary offices:
- Sit-stand desks and personal lockers
- Free gym access and fitness classes in the building
- Excellent end of trip facilities.
To find out more about the benefits of working at WATC, visit WATC’s Careers page.
How to Apply
WATC offer an inspiring and collaborative work environment where compliance is central to driving trust and innovation in financial services.
WATC offer an inspiring and collaborative work environment where compliance is central to driving trust and innovation in financial services.
Join an organisation that is committed to employing highly skilled people, with diverse backgrounds and experiences that embraces diversity of all kinds including supporting Women In STEM.
You will have the opportunity to work within a supportive team that values excellence, transparency, and forward-thinking solutions. If you are seeking a role where you can make a tangible impact, apply now.
Only candidates with unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered.
For further information please contact Emily Bulloch, Principal Consultant - Beilby Downing Teal on 0427 582 402 or ebulloch@beilbydt.com.au or click the link to download a copy of the Application Information Pack.
https://beilbydt.com.au/application-packs/
Please apply online
at www.beilbydt.com.au by submitting a cover letter and resume (Word or PDF format) and quoting reference number 1251258.
Please note that applications will be assessed as they are submitted, so prompt submissions are encouraged.
