Financial Reporting Manager

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?  

 For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie, and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.   

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

 A job to be proud of:

You will plan and oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and manage the associated external audit process, annual FBT returns, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management.

What you’ll do: 

• Prepare and manage internal and external financial reporting obligations, ensuring that all supporting documentation and schedules are completed regularly including Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Coordiante and manage the preparation of the Audited Annual Report including managing the relationship with the external auditors.
• Assist with treasury management, including overseeing daily bank reconciliations, weekly cashflows and budgeted cashflow.
• Oversee fixed asset reconciliation process, including acquisitions, disposals, WIP and capitalisations
• Prepare budgeted cashflows as part of the annual budget process.
• Review Finance policies and procedures to ensure consistency across the organisation.
• Review processes within a view to improve and drive efficiencies where possible.
• Support the Financial Planning and Analysis team with relevant budget items.
• Manage the taxation obligations including calculation and reporting for both GST and FBT for the organisation. This includes preparation of monthly BAS.
• Actively engage personnel within department to grow, build and develop their competency in building the high-performance culture.
• Build and maintain the necessary technical expertise, capability and capacity for the function to fulfil function objectives and maintain high professional standards.
• Assist in any other area as directed by the Line Manager or delegate.

What you’ll need:

• CA/CPA Qualified
• Minimum 7 years experience
• Ability to manage and resolve complex matters.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Understanding and knowledge in regards the Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience in FBT/GST obligations.
• Demonstrated people management and leadership experience at a manager or team leader level.

The benefits of working at St John Ambulance WA:

The successful candidate will be offered a great working environment and a positive and fun team along with:

• Salary packaging options
• Diverse and rewarding work.
• $550 annual Health and Wellness benefit
• 17.5% leave loading
• Free emergency services cover
• Free First Aid Training
• 2 additional leave days
• Corporate Uniform

Are you ready to change lives?

To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now". Applications must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Jenna Childs via careers@stjohnwa.com.au.

Applications close Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 6:00 PM

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.