The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the prospect to:
Contribute - give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.Develop - grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.Thrive - find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.
As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations. We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.
The RoleLead the department's taxation compliance, reporting and advisory functions, including GST, FBT, BAS and other taxation obligations.Provide expert financial, taxation and policy advice to stakeholders and support compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.Oversee taxation systems, reconciliations, reporting, audits and stakeholder liaison activities.Monitor changes to taxation, accounting and regulatory frameworks and advise on impacts to the department.Review and strengthen financial controls, governance frameworks and compliance practices.Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures and governance documents,



including financial delegations and PCI-DSS compliance requirements.Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls and reporting practices.
Qualifications & LicensesA Bachelor's Degree qualification in a relevant discipline and Membership or eligibility for membership of Certified Practising Accountants (CPA) Australia, Chartered Accountant or other professional accounting body
Benefits working for DMPEFlexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave15 days personal leave per year13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)3 public holidays in lieu per year5 days reproductive leave per year10 days disability leave per year5 days bereavement leave5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per yearAbility to purchase additional annual leaveOpportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoringFormal training optionsStable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions
Interested? Click on “Apply” now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.

📌 Senior Financial Accountant (Compliance and Taxation) (Perth)
🏢 Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration
📍 Perth