Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city...
and we would love for you to join us.
In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.
With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.
We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:
Be a clean and green city
Be a place people call home
Have facilities and services for everyone
Encourage and support economic development and diversification
Be a quality employer.
Starting from: $120,******
The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is offering an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join its Finance team on a fixed-term contract of 6 months with possibilityof extension to provide maternity leave cover. The role will support the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting across the organisation. Reporting to the Manager Finance, this role plays a key part in maintaining robust balance sheet integrity, meeting legislated reporting requirements, and providingreliable financial information to support informed decision-making.
About the Role
Key responsibilities include:
Assisting with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting
Ensuring balance sheet reconciliations and subsidiary ledgers reconcile to the general ledger
Supporting month-end processes and legislated reporting deadlines
Reviewing financial position with allocated Managers and providing forecasting insights
Managing activity-based costing, plant recovery and labour overheads
Assisting with annual budget,



budget review and financial statement preparation
Supporting audit processes and liaising with external auditors
Reviewing the City's investment portfolio in accordance with the Investment Policy
Providing management and financial reporting to Committees Managing grant compliance, reporting and acquittals
Experience with GST and statutory reporting
About You
You will be a motivated accounting professional with strong technical and analytical skills. You will bring:
A degree in Accounting/Commerce or Diploma in a related discipline.
Knowledge of Local Government accounting and AAS 27
Strong systems, communication and time management skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively with stakeholders
Values
Accountability
- We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments.
Collaboration
- We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals.
Teamwork
-We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together.
Respect
- Wetreat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships.
Integrity
-We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do.
Transparency
- We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust.
Excellence
-We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results.
Advantages
We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:
Salary sacrificing
Flexible Working Arrangements
A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
Training and development opportunities
Free Parking
Subsidised gym/leisure centremembership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
$300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
Rebated childcare offered
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.
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