Finance Trainee

SCONE
Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week) – 24 month contract

The role:
Council is currently seeking a Finance Trainee to assist with a range of financial tasks including but not limited to; assisting in all financial duties including bank reconciliation, debtor and creditor invoicing, answering telephone enquiries and other general administrative tasks. 

What’s on Offer:
-$803.30 to $1231.10 per 35 hour week (depending on level of school completion) + 11.5% super and the opportunity for salary progression
-20 days paid annual leave every year, generous sick leave entitlements and access to flexi-time system
-Access to training and development opportunities 
-Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service 
-Salary sacrifice options
-Access to flexi-time system with 1 day accrued every 3 weeks
-Flexible work arrangements and reward program

What we need from you:
Our ideal candidate will have a NSW Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or equivalent and be prepared to enrol in a Diploma of Accounting or relevant qualification. Effective oral and written communication skills and an interest in Finance is also essential, as is the willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Computer skills, particularly data entry, word processing and spreadsheet skills are also a requirement for the position.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:

8 November 2024

Job Description: 

To view the job description for this role, click here

Enquiries and Further Information
Give Wayne Phelps, Manager Finance a call on 6540 1160 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity. 

How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au. 

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.