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 seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join our Finance team on a permanent full-time basis. Based in Belmont and reporting to the Finance Manager – Community, this is a key commercial finance role supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

A key element of this position is leading the financial component of tender submissions and commercial proposals. You will work closely with operational leaders to develop pricing models, prepare financial analyses, and ensure tender submissions are commercially robust and financially sound.

In addition, you will take ownership of the annual budgeting and forecasting process for your portfolio, providing meaningful financial insights and partnering with senior stakeholders to drive business performance.

This role is suited to a commercially minded management accountant who enjoys working independently, can confidently engage with senior stakeholders, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where they can take ownership and deliver outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the financial development of tender submissions, including pricing models, cost analysis, commercial assessments, and financial input into proposals.
• Develop robust financial models to support tenders, business cases, investment decisions, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans in partnership with operational leaders.
• Partner with senior leaders, Heads of Department, and the Executive Team to review financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support achievement of operational and financial objectives.
• Prepare and present meaningful financial reports, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate regular finance review meetings with stakeholders, ensuring accountability for financial outcomes and follow-up of agreed actions.
• Complete month-end journals and perform variance analysis to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial results by Working Day 4.
• Review and challenge business cases, capital investment proposals, and commercial opportunities to ensure sound financial outcomes.

What You’ll Need:

• CPA or CA qualification.
• Demonstrated experience preparing financial components of tender submissions, including pricing, financial modelling, commercial analysis, and costing. This is essential.
• Strong experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing commercial decisions through financial analysis.
• Advanced financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and their practical application in a complex commercial environment.
• Experience in a management accounting or commercial finance environment.

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 28th July 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.