CRVCID . 753203 Use your financial expertise to support better outcomes for children and young people across Western Australia. We currently have 1.0 FTE Permanent Full Time appointment available. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process will be considered for other vacancies within the team (within the next 12 months).

About the Role

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join the Resource Management team at Perth Children's Hospital. Working closely with the Manager Finance and Business Partnering, you will provide financial and business management support across CAHS, contributing to effective financial planning, budget management, performance reporting and business improvement. A key focus of the role will be the development and management of program budgets and the management and reporting of Special Purpose Accounts across CAHS. You will provide financial analysis and advice to support informed decision-making and contribute to the ongoing improvement of business and financial processes. This is an excellent prospect for a finance professional who enjoys working with a diverse range of stakeholders and applying their expertise within a complex health service environment.

Key responsibilities for the position include

- Developing, monitoring and managing program budgets, including supporting annual budget, equipment and capital works submissions.
- Analysing and reporting on financial and operational performance and providing advice to support effective decision-making.
- Managing and reporting on Special Purpose Accounts across CAHS.
- Preparing financial, budgetary and management reports and providing meaningful analysis to budget holders and senior management.




- Contributing to the development of business plans, business cases and strategies to manage financial and operational variances.
- Maintaining and improving financial and management information systems to support accurate and timely reporting.
- Providing financial input into initiatives aimed at improving the delivery of patient services.
- Contributing to the development staffing profiles and the accurate allocation of staffing costs.
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with managers, directors, clinicians, corporate services and other key stakeholders.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that support efficient, effective and sustainable service delivery.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and analytical finance professional with demonstrated experience in financial and business management.

- Experience developing, implementing and managing business systems and work practices.
- Demonstrated experience in developing business plans and business cases.
- Strong knowledge and experience in developing and managing budgets.
- Well-developed conceptual, analytical and report writing skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and achieve agreed outcomes.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills,



with the ability to build effective relationships and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Experience within a health care environment, knowledge of Casemix funding and relevant qualifications in finance, accounting, economics or health management will be highly regarded.

Role related questions

We encourage you to contact Hayden Watts, Manager Finance & Business Partnering on email at [email protected] or phone (08) 6456 8094 with any specific questions related to this role.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committe

📌 Finance Officer (Western Australia)
🏢 Child and Adolescent Health Service
📍 Western Australia