Finance Officer

Apply Job no: FGMX8 Boost your pay with generous salary packaging + 5 weeks leave Work that matters-help end homelessness & support communities Build payroll & finance skills in a stable, growing organisation Burnt out chasing month-end with no purpose? Bring your finance skills somewhere they actually change lives. Get 5 weeks leave, salary packaging, and real work-life balance. About Ruah Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia's community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges. Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA's biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced. By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community. About the Role We are seeking a permanent full-time Finance Officer to join our Corporate Services team. This role is part of Ruah's Finance & Reporting function and focuses on two key areas: Management of supplier payments (accounts payable) Support of payroll processing and financial administration You will play an important role in ensuring financial transactions, reconciliations and payroll support activities are completed accurately and within required timeframes. This is a full-time position, working 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday), based in our Northbridge office. What we're looking for The successful applicants will be required to meet the following criteria: Essential Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to shared goals Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines Ability to work autonomously and use initiative High level of accuracy and attention to detail in transaction processing Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders Sound judgement, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential information appropriately Demonstrated experience in: Accounts payable Accounts receivable Financial reconciliations Willingness to learn and support payroll processing Desirable Understanding of diversity, inclusion, and working within a community services environment What do we offer? Salary aligned with Level 3 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement, starting from $76,617 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexible half-pay options Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family Journey Cover insurance for travel to and from work Generous salary packaging benefits, including: Up to $15,900 salary packaging Additional $2,650 meal entertainment Options for travel, accommodation, parking and education expenses Opportunities to engage in community, cultural and inclusion initiatives Required compliance documents: Current drivers' license National Police Clearance Certificate International Police Clearance (if applicable) How to apply We'd love to hear from you! Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role. Closing date for applications: 05 July 2026. The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above. For further information please contact Iris Savellano at [email protected] We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs. We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. Related documents CORP - FIN - Finance Officer PD Published on 05 Jun 2026, 5:33 AM