Western Power
A leading electricity distribution network service provider in Western Australia.
1 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
financial reporting
cost analysis
financial modelling
governance
process automation
budget forecasting
Join us in a permanent opportunity within our Finance Team as our Business Partners and Performance Manager. You’ll inspire and guide a team of finance professionals while providing analytical and commercial insight that drives informed decision-making, embeds accountability, and lifts financial capability across the business.
In this role you will act as a trusted financial advisor to senior leaders, delivering accurate analysis that shapes strategy and performance. You will lead end‑to‑end monthly reporting, produce management, executive and Board reports, and own the planning cycle for budgets, forecasts and long‑term outlooks, challenging assumptions and unapproved funding requests. You will deliver deep performance and cost analysis, support investment and pricing decisions through modelling, and build collaborative relationships with Treasury and corporate finance. You will ensure financial governance, compliance and drive continuous improvement through technology and innovation.
- Provide trusted financial advice to senior leaders, influencing strategy and performance.
- Lead monthly financial reporting and deliver clear management, executive and Board reports.
- Conduct performance and cost analysis to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities.
- Support investment and pricing decisions through financial modelling, cost‑benefit analysis and business case development.
- Build collaborative relationships with Treasury and corporate finance to meet governance requirements.
- Ensure financial governance, compliance and effective risk controls.
- Drive process improvement and innovation using technology to enhance finance insights.
- Deliver commercial outcomes by improving revenue and cost performance via practical insights.
- Communicate financial data clearly to diverse audiences.
Requirements
budgeting
forecasting
finance partnering
analytical
ca cpa
communication
The ideal candidate has strong finance business‑partnering experience in large organisations, with proven ability to drive commercial outcomes through practical insights. They possess sharp business acumen, analytical skills, and familiarity with modern financial systems and reporting standards. A naturally curious, detail‑focused mindset, sound judgement, influencing skills and the confidence to challenge constructively are essential. Excellent communication skills enable translation of financial data into meaningful messages for diverse audiences.
A relevant degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field is required, together with a professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA or CIMA.
- Own budgeting, forecasting and long‑term planning, challenging assumptions and unapproved funding.
- Demonstrate strong finance business‑partnering experience in large organisations.
- Possess sharp analytical skills and proficiency with modern financial systems and reporting standards.
- Exhibit curiosity, detail‑orientation, sound judgement and influencing abilities.
- Hold a relevant degree in Finance or Accounting and a CA, CPA or CIMA qualification.
Benefits
By joining Western Power you will help power a cleaner energy future while enjoying a range of flexible work arrangements, additional leave purchase, salary packaging, social club activities, discounted health insurance and gym membership, and an award‑winning recognition programme. The company promotes a healthy work‑life balance, wellness leave, 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave. An innovative team culture supports the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements, additional leave purchase, salary packaging and discounted health/ gym memberships.
- Access wellness leave, 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days First Nations cultural leave.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Founded 2006
Year Established
The company was established to manage the electricity distribution network across Western Australia.
88,000 km
Powerlines Managed
Extensive network of powerlines ensuring reliable electricity distribution.
2.5M People
Served
Provides essential electricity services to urban and regional communities.
- Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages.
- Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions.
- Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration.
- Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.
Culture + Values
- Creates continuous education in cultural awareness for cultural competency above public sector requirements.
- Strengthening understanding and relationships with local indigenous culture through Noongar Alternative Heritage Agreements.
- Dual naming of depots and office meeting rooms in Aboriginal languages.
- Inclusion of Aboriginal artwork across sites, carrying meaning of place.
- Committed to mutually beneficial relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, fostering inclusion through employee networks.
- Openness to cultural learning and reconciliation through Reconciliation Action Plan activities such as NAIDOC, bush tucker lunches, and traditional dance.
Environment + Sustainability
30% Emission Reduction
Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Achieved a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2008.
33% Renewable Energy
Grid Energy Source
Approximately one-third of grid energy is now sourced from renewable resources.
25% EV Fleet Transition
Light Vehicle Transition
A target to transition at least 25% of the light vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025.
70% Biodegradable Oils
Synthetic Ester Oils
Synthetic ester transformer oils used, which are 70% more biodegradable than traditional mineral oils.
- Net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050
- More than 65% of the Perth metro area benefits from underground power, improving capacity for renewables
- Connecting renewables through community batteries, SPS, microgrids, mini‑pumped hydro, and virtual power plant trials
- Clean Energy Link – North Region funded with $655 million, plus $503 million planning for further SWIS grid augmentation
Inclusion & Diversity
Women 10%
Engineering Roles
Women hold 10% of engineering roles within the organization.
46% Senior Leadership
Women in Senior Roles
Women account for 46% of senior leadership positions.
7% Electricians
Women in Trade
Women make up 7% of electricians, exceeding the national average of 2%.
4 Women Directors
Board Representation
Four of the six board members are women, including the Board Chair.
- Women represent 31% of leadership roles and 46% of senior leadership roles
- Seven of 31 recently recruited electrical/line‑worker apprentices are women
- Established six employee network groups advocating equity and inclusion, including one focused on gender
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy includes developing and tracking DEI metrics, aligned to business operations