Senior Finance Officer - AP

Shire of Esperance

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Date posted: June 9, 2026

Closes: Jul 09, 2026


Company Information:

The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western
Australia’s south east coast comprises some of the most spectacular
landscapes and beaches in WA.  The Shire employs over 300
people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest
employers in the region.  Employees enjoy generous benefits
including health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for
career progression, and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of
Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in
contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to
live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Finance Department for
a Senior Finance Officer - Accounts Payable. This position is
responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the Accounts
Payable (AP) in line with Shire policy and Local Government
Regulations ensuring accurate maintenance of the Financial
Management systems, the preparation of monthly reconciliations,
appropriate accrual entries, and the management of corporate credit
cards.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Leads and carries out the day-to-day functions of Accounts
    Payable, ensuring the efficient processing of AP transactions
    and timely creditor payments in line with Shire policies.
  • Quality control of financial data inputting of AP, ensuring
    a high level of accuracy and all processes have complied with
    the appropriate delegations, policies, GST requirements and
    coding.
  • Assists with the raising and processing of purchase orders
    where required.

This is a Permanent Full Time, working 38 hours per week.
 

About you 

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must
have:

  • Relevant experience in an accounts payable processes and
    procedures.
  • Experience and knowledge in using financial systems.
  • Proven experience using the MS Office suite with
    intermediate proficiency in excel.

Benefits

Salary: $76,351.00 per annum

Permanent staff are entitled to:

  • 5 weeks annual leave per year 
  • The option of one Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 4 weeks in
    exchange for working 40 hours per week.
  • Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
  • Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of
    5%
  • Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool &
    gym)
  • Access to career development opportunities
  • Uniform allowance
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance
    Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on Sunday 28 June at 6.00pm
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online
recruitment portal by clicking
the APPLY button below and include a
current Resume, a Cover
Letter
and statements addressing the Selection
Criteria
.
Further details are available in the Position
Description
, found on the recruitment
portal, or contact Human Resources
on 08 9071 0***.

Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be
reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is
subject to change without notice. 

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment
medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to
be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity
Employer

Attachments:
- PD - Senior Finance Officer - Accounts Payable.pdf

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