Job title : Principal Financial Analyst

Department of Education

Infrastructure

Capital Works and Maintenance

Principal Financial Analyst

00040259

Level 7, $119,725 - $128,033 per annum (PSCA 2019)

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE658190

This is a permanent full-time position commencing January 2020

The Capital Works and Maintenance Division is seeking a highly motivated and committed individual with experience in contemporary financial management.

The Principal Financial Analyst will develop, implement and review Department procedures, policies, guidelines, standards and strategic planning to support the financial governance and financial management of capital works programs to comply with Australian Accounting Standards and WA Treasury requirements. This role will require analytical, conceptual and research skills to provide innovative solutions to complex problems in the context of financial governance. Productive consultation, collaboration and negotiation and to build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on complex financial matters.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our branch for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:

Substantial knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, Government policy and direction and experience in contemporary financial management, including budget preparation, resource management and reporting and financial control in a large/complex organisation.

Highly developed analytical, conceptual and research skills to provide innovative solutions to complex problems in the context of financial governance and accountability.

Highly developed skills and experience in leading, managing and facilitating a team, including a proven ability to lead individuals through continuous change and coordinate and deliver a financial management service.

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to undertake productive consultation, collaboration and negotiation and to build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on complex financial matters.

Highly developed written communication skills, including experience in preparing reports, briefing papers and responses to Senior Executive and/or Ministerial/Parliamentary requests.

Substantial experience in the use of financial management information systems and budget tools.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

For further job related information:

Please contact Steven Parry, Director by telephoning (08) 9238 2226 or emailing steven.parry@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job", at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job".

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• hold a recognised tertiary qualification in Accounting, Business, Finance or related area or equivalent substantial experience
• obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
• complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 10 December 2020

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

ATTACHMENTS: - published jdf - 00040259 - principal finance analyst - capital works and maintenance - ps l7 - mar 2020.pdf

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WORK TYPE: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

LOCATION: East Perth

CLOSING DATE: 2020-12-10 4:30 PM
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