Manager Finance and Administration

Come and join the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes in an exciting leadership role as the Manager Finance and Administration.

Reporting to the Director Corporate, Economic and Community Development you will lead a team of finance and customer service professionals during a period of growth and change. Completion of a recognised tertiary qualification and CA or CPA qualification is essential in this role.

Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the Shire in accordance with statutory requirements and Council policy, including:

Preparation of monthly financial reports for presentation to Council

Financial management of the Shire’s non‑current assets

In liaison with the Director Corporate, Economic and Community Development:

Maintain and review the Shire’s Long Term Financial Plan

Prepare annual financial reports

Prepare the annual budget

Prepare the annual forward capital works plan

Oversee the completion of the annual budget review process

Oversee the completion of the annual audit

Manage internal audits and financial controls

Lead the development, maintenance and monitoring of the Shire’s Long Term Financial Plan, funding strategies and other strategic financial plans

Ensure the timely and accurate compilation of the Shire’s annual budgets and strategic financial plans, including:

Developing and managing an efficient budget process

Assisting staff with the development and preparation of budget proposals

Ensuring the budget aligns with organisational strategies

Preparing budget documents for Council approval within set deadlines

Ensuring financial plans and budgets are linked to Council plans

A key part of this role is the development and periodic review of the Shire's IT Strategy, Disaster, Recovery and other Corporate IT plans. You will ensure ICT systems support operational efficiency, financial sustainability and community service delivery.

Must have full unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Qualifications

Completion of a recognised tertiary qualification.

CA or CPA qualification.

Full unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Applications will close Friday 6th March 2026.

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