About the Job Join Our Team as a Senior Management Accountant, to help drive Financial Excellent, Leadership, and Continuous Improvement About the role Are you an experienced management accountant with a passion for driving business improvement?
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Senior Management Accountant to manage the PTA's complex financial data in alignment with current practices, policy, and legislative requirements.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient management and reporting of financial data in alignment with current practices, policy, and legislative requirements.
You will also drive continuous improvement in business processes, analysis, and reporting, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing and team development within the Finance & Contracts Division.
In addition, you will oversee the PTA's Key Performance Indicators (KPI) reporting process, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data, and provide advice on the development and review of Tariffs, Fees, and Charge models.
To be considered for this role, you will need a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business, with eligibility for membership to ICAA, CPA, or IPA.
Your leadership will be crucial as you guide and mentor your team members, encouraging a collaborative and knowledge-driven environment to enhance capability and performance.
A strong understanding of accounting practices, including the Financial Management Act, Treasurer's Instructions, and Australian Accounting Standards, is essential.
About You!
To excel in this role, you should possess: Well-developed management and leadership skills and ability to mentor, coach and develop team members.
Highly developed interpersonal, verbal, written communication and presentation skills, including demonstrated ability to work with colleagues in a positive manner.
Proven ability to evaluate and design management information to address financial and operational performance.
Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills with a proven ability to analyse complex financial information and data from an operational perspective within time, financial and corporate constraints.
About Us The Public Transport Authority's (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions.
Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.
At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability.
These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.
As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia's public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally.
Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public's needs and expectations.
Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.
You can expect.
Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways.
Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.
Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles Supportive Team Environment Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.
Flexible working arrangements Enjoy convenient location with the East Perth train station at the doorstep There is one permanent full-time opportunity available for an immediate start.
Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.
*To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further Information Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact May Chan, Manager Management Accounting on 9326 3473 on for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
How to Apply Applicants are requested to provide the following: A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
A cover letter addressing the selection criteria 2, 3 and 4 on the Job Description Form, with no more than two (2) pages.
Applicants are requested to apply online using the 'Apply for Job' button at the top/bottom of the screen.
Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted.
Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process.
Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC's will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process.
All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
Suitable applicants will also need to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.
Attachments - pta job application package.pdf - senior management accountant l6 - 36510 nov 2024 (1).pdf