Deliver core finance administration processes to support service delivery and financial governance.

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

Job Description

The Senior Finance Officer is responsible for delivering core finance administration services through the effective administration of financial processes, operational controls and technical support, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial operations that support organisational service delivery and financial governance.

The rewards:
As part of our team, you will enjoy:

- Flexibility and support
- Investment in you and your career
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
- A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
- Full time, 19-day work month
- Base annual salary $84,927 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%
- Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
- Employee advantages program offering a wide range of discounts

For further position related requirements please refer to (507KB). If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/council/work-with-us.aspx to access the position description.

Desired Skills and Experience





We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.
To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

- Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
- Diploma or Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline; or substantial demonstrated experience in operational finance.
- Demonstrated experience delivering a broad range of finance administration activities within a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated experience preparing financial reconciliations, journals and financial reports.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply financial procedures, internal controls and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work while maintaining accuracy, quality and required timeframes.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to provide practical guidance and technical support to employees.
- High level proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial management systems.

Local government experience and SynergySoft experience will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact People & Culture on 9727 0222 to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Andrew Mattaboni, Manager Finance or People & Culture on 9727 0222.

Applications close
4:00pm on Wednesday 7 October 2026
The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.

📌 Senior Finance Officer (Capel)
🏢 Shire of Capel
📍 Capel