Are you an accomplished finance professional with exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to accuracy, integrity and accountability?

Volunteering WA is seeking an experienced Senior Manager Finance who thrives in a purpose-driven environment and is passionate about supporting meaningful community outcomes. In this key management role, you will provide expert leadership of our finance function and ensure strong financial stewardship, governance and compliance, while delivering the insights and advice needed to support confident decision-making and long-term organisational sustainability.

Working closely with the CEO and Executive Management Team, you will be a trusted adviser on financial strategy, governance, risk and compliance. You will provide high-quality reporting and analysis, oversee robust financial systems and controls, and ensure our resources are managed effectively to advance our strategy and purpose.

If you are a collaborative finance leader who combines strategic thinking and sound judgement with exceptional attention to detail, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a flexible workplace where well-being and work–life balance are genuinely valued, along with five weeks’ annual leave, birthday leave and paid volunteering leave.

Join us in our mission to empower people and communities to enrich Western Australia.

About Volunteering WA

Volunteering WA is the peak body for volunteering in Western Australia. We work to strengthen the volunteering sector, advocate for the value of volunteering, and empower people and communities across the State.

Our vision is a society where everyone is inspired to make a difference.

The Role

As Senior Manager Finance, you will provide expert, hands-on leadership of the organisation’s finance function, driving operational excellence and ensuring the effective stewardship of financial resources.

You will:

- Provide trusted financial advice and insights to the CEO, Executive Management Team, Board and Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

- Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis.

- Ensure strong financial governance, compliance, audit and risk management.

- Oversee finance operations, systems,



controls and reporting integrity.

- Support organisational planning, funding proposals, grants and project financial management.

- Develop and maintain effective financial policies, processes and systems.

- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

- Lead and develop the Finance Team through a supportive and collaborative approach.

This role is ideal for a conscientious and detail-oriented finance professional with strong integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to excellence.

About you

You are a collaborative and influential leader who can translate complex financial information into clear, practical advice. You are comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels and take pride in delivering accurate, reliable and timely work.

You will bring:

- Relevant finance or accounting qualifications, preferably with skilled accreditation such as CPA or CA, or progress towards accreditation.

- Proven experience managing an end-to-end finance function, leading high-performing finance teams and balancing organisational priorities.

- Sound knowledge of funding agreements, acquittals, compliance, reporting and audit requirements.

- Demonstrated ability to deliver relevant, timely and compliant financial reporting and analysis.

- Confidence advising executives, managers, Boards and key stakeholders.

- Robust systems capability and confidence using financial management platforms and technology.

- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

- A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement and achieving positive outcomes.

- Experience within the not-for-profit or community sector will be highly regarded.

Special requirements

· Current and valid WA driver’s licence





· Flexibility to work outside standard office hours when needed

Why Join Volunteering WA?

✔ Make a real impact – Help ensure Volunteering WA has the financial strength and sustainability to support and strengthen volunteering across Western Australia.

✔ Flexible and rewarding work environment – Enjoy a flexible workplace where well-being and work–life balance are genuinely valued, a centrally located East Perth office, and a supportive and inclusive team environment.

✔ Attractive salary – Receive a competitive salary, 12% superannuation and salary packaging of up to $18,549 in additional tax-free pay each year.

✔ Additional benefits - Enjoy five weeks’ annual leave, including one week during our Christmas office close-down, plus birthday leave, professional development opportunities and access to an Employee Assistance Program.

✔ Be part of a passionate team – Work alongside like-minded people committed to strengthening Western Australia’s volunteering sector.

✔ Volunteer – Receive up to one week of paid leave each year to support your volunteering, including an all-staff volunteering day.

Applications

The Job Description Form for this role is available on the Volunteering WA website - https://volunteeringwa.org.au/news-media/vacancy-senior-manager-finance/

Please submit your resume and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria.

Interviews may be conducted throughout the application period. If the position is filled before the closing date, the advertisement will be updated accordingly.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Tina Williams at ****@volunteeringwa.org.au

Volunteering WA is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including people with disability, women, young people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Volunteering WA is currently implementing its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

📌 Senior Manager Finance (Perth)
🏢 Volunteering WA
📍 Perth