Catholic Education in Western Australia (CEWA) is the second largest education provider in the State. We cater for more than 80,000 students in 162 schools.
CEWA strives to create progressive environments that enhance learning. Our culture is underpinned by our Vision, Quality Catholic Education (QCE) Elements and CECWA' Strategic Directions. Our aspiration is to build Catholic Schools of Excellence, underpinned by their evangelising Mission, in a system where all students, staff and parents are empowered as active members of their school and parish communities.
For more than 150 years, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has supported schools and communities across the state. Today, we are Western Australia's second-largest education provider, supporting more than 84,500 students through a network of schools and nearly 14,000 staff.
We're seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our Finance team within the Finance, Infrastructure and Digital Technology directorate. This key role delivers accurate and timely financial and taxation reporting while supporting statutory obligations, operational decision-making and effective budget management across CEWA.
This is a fixed-term position to cover parental leave.
Why Join CEWA?
Salary of $118,464 - $132,666 plus superannuation
Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures
Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
Career development and career growth opportunities
Access to wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and corporate health discounts




The opportunity to contribute to financial outcomes across a large, values-driven education system
About the Role
Working within the Finance team, you will support high-quality financial governance through accurate reporting, sound accounting advice and effective stakeholder collaboration. You will work closely with program managers, team leaders, senior management and external auditors to meet reporting obligations and support informed financial decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
Prepare accurate and timely financial, taxation and monthly management reporting
Assist with CEWA's consolidated statutory financial statements
Coordinate budgets and support effective financial management across assigned business units
Ensure GST and FBT obligations are completed accurately and within required deadlines
Monitor accounting standards and regulatory changes, providing practical recommendations for CEWA
Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors to support strong financial controls, compliance and service delivery
About You
You are a qualified or progressing accounting professional who combines strong technical capability with accuracy, sound judgement and a collaborative approach.



You can explain complex financial information clearly, manage competing deadlines and build effective relationships with stakeholders across an organisation.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or CA qualification, or active progress toward completion
Minimum three years' experience in a Big Four, mid-tier or financial accounting role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, AASB standards and financial reporting requirements
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills
Prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of your duties
Highly regarded:
Experience in an education, large not-for-profit or public practice environment
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications close no later than 5:00pm Wednesday 9 September ****.
Applicant Requirements
A National Criminal History Check issued by the Department of Education WA
100 points of identification
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📌 Financial Accountant (Australia)
🏢 Catholic Education Western Australia
📍 Australia