An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and suitably qualified Accountant to join the Shire of Collie’s Corporate Services Directorate.
This role provides professional accounting support across a broad range of financial functions, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and supporting sound financial management across the organisation.
Key responsibilities of the position will include:
- Assisting with monthly and annual financial reporting, including the Annual Budget and Annual Financial Report, in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Preparing and lodging statutory returns, including BAS and Fringe Benefits Tax.
- Supporting audits, compliance requirements and financial management system reviews.
- Assisting with day-to-day financial operations, including investments, reconciliations, grants, payroll, creditors, debtors, rates and asset register maintenance.
- Providing financial advice and support to internal stakeholders while delivering a high standard of customer service.
To succeed in this role, you should ideally hold, or be working towards, formal qualifications in Accounting(or equivalent experience), with experience in BAS and FBT preparation and an understanding of payroll processes. You will have strong communication, organisational and time management skills, the ability to work effectively in a team, and a high attention to detail.
A current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence and the ability to obtain a National Police Clearance are required, with experience in local government accounting and knowledge of Synergy or similar systems well regarded.
An attractive remuneration package will be offered based on skills and experience, with a base cash salary of up to $97,000 per annum, plus allowances. Residing within the Shire of Collie will be highly regarded but is not essential, and a housing allowance will be offered for such.
Applications can be emailed to hr@collie.wa.gov.au or hard copy applications should be sent to:
“Confidential – Human Resources”
Shire of Collie
Locked Bag 6225
Collie WA 6225
The closing date for applications is Monday, 11th May 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Further information is available by contacting Geoff Lawrence, Finance & Business Excellence Coordinator on (08) 9734 9000.
The Shire of Collie reserves the right to fill the position at any time throughout the recruitment and selection processes.
Phil Anastasakis
Chief Executive Officer