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Base pay range
A$157,900.00/yr - A$171,005.00/yr
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN FREMANTLE
(COMMUTING TO ROTTNEST ISLAND AS REQUIRED)
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 23 JUNE 2025
Job Description
As a member of the RIA’s Corporate Executive management team, the Chief Financial Officer participates in the management, planning, formulation and implementation of RIA’s strategic initiatives, governance and policy development.
The position leads the Finance and Procurement Branch. The position leads the preparation of the annual financial report (including external audit), monthly financial statements and associated Board reports and the State budget process and ensures RIA financial processes, policies and procedures comply with statutory requirements. The position provides high level advice as required in relation to financial systems, financial risk management, and the analysis of complex financial issues. The position also oversights RIA’s procurement activities in accordance with the Western Australian Procurement Rules.
At the Rottnest Island Authority, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
* Demonstrated experience in the management of finance functions and associated key outputs including budget preparation within public sector financial reporting requirements including knowledge of, and experience in, contemporary financial accounting practices, systems and standards.
* Demonstrated experience in oversighting procurement in accordance with the Western Australian Procurement Rules and project delivery.
* Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills, including computer literacy and advanced user skills in financial and analytical software.
* Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders including well developed written and oral communication skills, including effective management of finance, physical and human resources.
* Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
* Possession of a relevant accounting qualification and current membership of an appropriate professional accounting body.
* Applies and promotes the principles of equity, diversity and work health and safety in the workplace.
About Us
We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.
Benefits of working with us
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
* 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
* 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
* Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
* Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
* A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
* Well-established learning and development programs.
Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.
How to apply:
All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
* a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages.
* current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job-related information: contact Bronwyn Rose on (08) 9342 9357 or for further information about RIA, visit
We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
RIA supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
For adjustments required in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, please contact the selection panel convenor.
Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
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