Senior Management Accountant

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to join our Finance department on a permanent full-time basis.  This role is based in Belmont and offers 37.5 hours per week. Reporting to the Finance Manager - Community, you will be responsible for taking a lead role in the management of our local accounting function. The Senior Management Accountant will work closely with the executive team and the senior management team to support the strategic decision-making process of the business. This opportunity would be suited to a commercially savvy and experienced management accountant wanting to join an established brand name.

What You’ll Do:

• Month end close journals and participation in variance analysis to ensure reasonableness of financials by Working Day 4
• Partner with senior leaders, Heads of Department, and the Executive Team to review financial performance, identify emerging trends, assess risks and opportunities, and ensure achievement of operational and financial targets.
• Prepare and present insightful financial reports and analysis to support decision-making, providing business units with clear visibility of performance against budget, forecast, and strategic objectives.
• Facilitate regular finance review meetings with stakeholders, driving accountability for financial outcomes and ensuring agreed actions are completed within required timeframes.
• Lead the development of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans in collaboration with operational leaders.
• Review, develop, and challenge business cases, investment proposals, and financial models to support strategic initiatives, capital expenditure, and organisational growth.
• Develop financial models and provide financial input into tenders, commercial proposals, contract reviews, and other key business initiatives to support sound commercial outcomes.

What You’ll Need:

• CPA or CA qualified
• 2-3 years post graduate experience, preferably with significant time in a management/corporate accounting environment
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Highly developed understanding of accounting principles and ability to apply in a complex environment
• Experience preparing and supporting tender submissions, including financial modelling, pricing, and commercial analysis, is desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling skills

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% leave loading
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form and must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Talent Sourcing on careers@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on Tuesday 30th June 2026 at 6:00pm

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.