Job Description
Principal Consultant – Financial Policy
Branch:
Financial Services
Division:
Finance and Commercial Services
Salary:
Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
East Perth
Closing Date:
2026-03-03 4:30 PM
Please note as of Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 9:30am there has been an amendment to the closing date.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Role
The Finance and Commercial Services Division is seeking a highly motivated Principal Consultant – Financial Policy to join the Financial Services Branch.
We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.
Are you an experienced enthusiastic and curious accounting professional looking for a senior level opportunity in financial policy to further your career?
A great opportunity exists to join a vibrant and enthusiastic team of accounting professionals.
This diverse senior level financial policy position presents an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified accounting professional to lead and contribute towards great outcomes for the Department of Education.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to lead development and improvements to financial management policies and procedures for central services and schools.
You will develop, review and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation whilst ensuring that developments are properly evaluated, implemented and maintained. As well as undertaking research on complex matters at a state and national level and provide analysis and interpretation in the area of financial policy.
Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience and knowledge across a range of areas including the Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards, Financial Management Act 2006, Financial Regulations, Treasurer’s Instructions and other related legislation.
You will have well developed interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
The Department is on the CPA Recognised Employer Program and we also provide mentoring for the Institute of Chartered Accounts Australia and New Zealand CA Program.
This opportunity presents career and skills growth, great work culture, support and mentorship.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Trish Fraga-Diaz, Director, Financial Services, on (08) 9264 5187 or by emailing [email protected]
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
hold a relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field.
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A statement of up to three (3) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in the development, review and streamlining of financial policy and procedures and substantial knowledge of government financial legislation, Australian Accounting Standards and best practice in accounting.
Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in achieving outcomes and delivering quality policy frameworks, policies and procedures consistent with customer needs and defined quality expectations, including timeliness.
Demonstrated 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 issues.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1029308
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 03, March 2026
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Branch:
Financial Services
Division:
Finance and Commercial Services
Salary:
Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
East Perth
Closing Date:
2026-03-03 4:30 PM
Please note as of Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 9:30am there has been an amendment to the closing date.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Role
The Finance and Commercial Services Division is seeking a highly motivated Principal Consultant – Financial Policy to join the Financial Services Branch.
We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.
Are you an experienced enthusiastic and curious accounting professional looking for a senior level opportunity in financial policy to further your career?
A great opportunity exists to join a vibrant and enthusiastic team of accounting professionals.
This diverse senior level financial policy position presents an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified accounting professional to lead and contribute towards great outcomes for the Department of Education.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to lead development and improvements to financial management policies and procedures for central services and schools.
You will develop, review and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation whilst ensuring that developments are properly evaluated, implemented and maintained. As well as undertaking research on complex matters at a state and national level and provide analysis and interpretation in the area of financial policy.
Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience and knowledge across a range of areas including the Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards, Financial Management Act 2006, Financial Regulations, Treasurer’s Instructions and other related legislation.
You will have well developed interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
The Department is on the CPA Recognised Employer Program and we also provide mentoring for the Institute of Chartered Accounts Australia and New Zealand CA Program.
This opportunity presents career and skills growth, great work culture, support and mentorship.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Trish Fraga-Diaz, Director, Financial Services, on (08) 9264 5187 or by emailing [email protected]
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
hold a relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field.
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A statement of up to three (3) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in the development, review and streamlining of financial policy and procedures and substantial knowledge of government financial legislation, Australian Accounting Standards and best practice in accounting.
Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in achieving outcomes and delivering quality policy frameworks, policies and procedures consistent with customer needs and defined quality expectations, including timeliness.
Demonstrated 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 issues.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1029308
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 03, March 2026
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Principal Consultant – Financial Policy position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in East Perth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
