Financial Transactions Coordinator
Permanent full-time
Salary $88,639 - $104,521 per annum + 12% super
Benefits
Health and Wellbeing program
Superannuation co-contribution options
17.5% leave loading
Access to Fitness Passport
Organisational Overview
Join a future-focused team that values smart strategy, clear reporting, and well-run assets, all while balancing commercial insight with genuine community outcomes.
With strong systems and a culture of trust and ownership, this is where local government meets meaningful enterprise.
Based in the heart of Walyalup (Fremantle), Working at the City of Fremantle, you'll benefit from flexible work options and a strong focus on outcomes.
The City of Fremantle is currently seeking to appoint a Financial Transactions Coordinator to coordinate, oversee and continuously improve the City's financial transaction functions across Accounts Payable and Revenue, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant processing of all financial transactions, reconciliations and reporting in accordance with the Local Government Act ****, Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations ****, Australian Accounting Standards, and internal policies and controls.
Key Responsibilities
Supervision and staff management of a high performing and engaged Financial Transactions team, building capability through coaching, development, and knowledge sharing.
Maintain strong governance and control environment ensuring compliance with all legislative, regulatory and policy requirements.
Deliver efficient and accurate financial transactions processes including receipting, invoicing, supplier payments, reconciliations and journals, ensuring all transactions are processed on time.
Ensure the integrity of financial data by maintaining accurate records, reconciliations, and timely completion of month-end and year-end processes.
Deliver efficient and compliant Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate billing, effective debt recovery,



strong financial controls, and reliable reporting to support cash flow and financial integrity.
Oversee Bank Reconciliation Processes to ensure Council's cash balances and financial records are accurate, complete, and reconciled in a timely manner.
Coordinate Insurance Administration and Claims Management to ensure Council's insurance portfolio is effectively managed, appropriate coverage is maintained, and claims are processed and resolved efficiently.
Review Reconciliations and Monitor Financial Controls by investigating significant or outstanding discrepancies, ensuring the integrity of financial records, and facilitating the timely resolution and escalation of issues where required.
Coordinate preparation of transactional reporting such as monthly payment listing, aged debtors, debtor monitoring and write-offs for inclusion in Council meetings and the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC), to support decision making and meet governance requirements.
Manage and resolve complex, sensitive or high‐risk financial issues and escalating to the Financial Accounting Team Leader as required.
To be considered for this position, you will need
Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline and/or significant relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching or leading a small transactional finance team, including workload coordination, performance support and capability development.
Demonstrated experience using integrated corporate financial systems and associated data management tools,



with strong proficiency in spreadsheet and word processing applications.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality internal and external customer service, including the ability to manage competing priorities, resolve enquiries and maintain qualified stakeholder relationships.
Demonstrated experience in accounts receivable and debt collection within a medium to large organisation, including management of overdue accounts, dispute resolution, stakeholder liaison and compliance with organisational procedures.
The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people.
The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below.
If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on ******.
Application Instructions
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format.
You do not need to address the selection criteria.
Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position.
The estimated closure date is5pm on Sunday July 26but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.
To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contactSarah Shao on ******** ***
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

📌 Financial Transactions Coordinator (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Fremantle
📍 Western Australia