Treasury plays a central role in managing Western Australia’s public sector finances and in providing expert analysis and advice on the strategies and frameworks necessary for maintaining the State’s economic and financial position.

In undertaking the more traditional Treasury functions, staff work with every State Government agency at the various stages of the annual budgetary cycle.

This includes a key financial monitoring and reporting role, to ensure that the State remains on track in respect of the Government’s budgetary objectives and policies.

Supporting the Treasurer in the development of the State’s annual budget is one of the prime deliverables of the Department of Treasury and Finance.

A major aim of this activity is to assist Government achieve value for money and public sector accountability.