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 looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accountant to support our finance team. The successful candidate will assist with internal reporting, budgeting, financial analysis, and statutory reporting, while maintaining accurate records and reconciliations. Additionally, the role also supports audits, grant reporting, and process improvements.

The role would suit a candidate with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.

This is a permanent full time position working 38 hours per week between Monday to Friday.

What we’re looking for

The successful applicant will be required to meet the following criteria:

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CA/CPA or progression towards it
3 years minimum in a similar accounting role
Basic understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and management accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, familiarity with accounting software is desirable
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Efficient communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong attention to detail
Collaboration within a dynamic finance team
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of diversity and social inclusion- including gender, sexuality, disability, cultural, age, and linguistic diversity and Aboriginal culture.

What do we offer?

A salary aligned with Level 5 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $101,099.
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% annual leave loading.
16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service).
Free, independent and confidential access for you and your direct family to our Employee Assistance Program.
Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).
Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:
up to $15,900 core packaging
an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!
Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more!

Required compliance documents:

National Police Clearance Certificate
International Police Clearance Certificate, 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: COB Friday 14 November 2025.

The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above.

For further information please contact Suwen Rajendra, General Manager of Finance and Reporting, at name.name@ruah.org.au or 0412 041 551.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need 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.

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