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Do you thrive in a high-energy environment where no two days are the same?

Are you passionate about the arts and looking to make a meaningful impact in a for-purpose sector?

If so, Perth Symphony Orchestra is looking for you.

Perth Symphony is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee our financial operations and contribute to our mission of Music for Everyone. In this role, you will play a key role supporting the CEO and Board in managing and overseeing all aspects of financial management, reporting, budgeting and compliance.

The role requires an individual who understands the unique needs of the not-for-profit sector in Australia and can ensure PSO’s financial sustainability and regulatory compliance.

The role includes preparation of accurate management and board reports, financial analysis to support decision-making, oversight of accounts payable, payroll and bank reconciliations, and development of financial policies.

You will lead the annual budgeting process, collaborate with teams on formation of project budgets, and monitor spending to ensure adherence to budgets. Additionally, you will support grant applications, manage the external audit process, and ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and tax regulations.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your financial expertise will be valued. If you are passionate about financial management in a mission-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you!

About You

• • You have a proven track record in financial management, ideally with experience within the not-for-profit or arts sector.
  • Your expertise in accounting practices and compliance with Australian Accounting Standards is exceptional, and you are adept at financial reporting.
  • Your strong analytical skills and attention to detail ensure accuracy in all financial records and reports.
  • You’re a strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative environment, effectively communicating financial insights to support decision-making.
  • Your commitment to financial sustainability drives you to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation, whilst supporting a creative and innovative company.

Key Responsibilities

• • Work with the PSO Bookkeeper (direct report) to oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and bank reconciliations.
  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure effective financial management and compliance with regulations.
  • Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for management and the board, providing analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the CEO and various teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Monitor organizational spending, explain budget variances, and propose corrective actions as necessary.
  • Support the Grants and Community teams by preparing financial documentation for grant applications and ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
  • Manage the external audit process including liaison with auditors to prepare annual financial statements and reports.

Submitting Your Application

Candidates will be shortlisted for interview on the basis of their CV and covering letter, preferably not exceeding 2 x A4 pages per document.

Please use the covering letter to make explicit connections between the skills and experience detailed on your CV and the Attributes, Capability and Competencies outlined in the position description.

We encourage you to submit your application promptly, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

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Please note that applications received after OCTOBER 11th will not be considered.

Full position description can be found HERE

Submitting Your Application

Applicants will be shortlisted for interview on the basis of their CV and covering letter, preferably not exceeding 2 x A4 pages per document.

Candidates are reminded that they should use the covering letter to make explicit connections between the skills and experience detailed on their CV and the Attributes, Capability and Competencies outlined in the Position Description.

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Application Status

If you have not received a response from us within two weeks, it indicates that your application has not proceeded to the shortlisting stage.

We appreciate your interest in joining Perth Symphony and encourage you to consider future opportunities with us.

Geographic Accommodations

We prefer conducting interviews in person. However, we are willing to make reasonable accommodations for Teams interviews if necessary. Please inform us of your needs at your earliest convenience.

Support and Accommodations

If you require any assistance or reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation in the interview, please let us know.

Interview Structure

Our interview process will focus on the job description and person specification. In the initial round, all candidates will answer the same set of questions. Additionally, there may be a discussion based on these questions to gain deeper insights into your skills and experiences. We may also include questions specifically tailored to your candidacy if needed. For certain roles, we might slightly adjust this approach as required.

If you are the successful candidate you will be advised of this outcome. If you have not been successful you will receive an email as soon as possible after a decision is made.

Your referees will not be contacted until we have advised you that we will be taking this step.

From time to time, opportunities for work experience with Perth Symphony may arise, these are assessed on a case-by-case basis. We invite you to submit an application for our team to review.