Finance Trainee

23 hours ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Finance Trainee (Accounts Payable) role at Illawarra Mercury.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly driven individual to join our Trusted Plan Management & Accounts Payable team based at our Head Office in Coniston. Plan Management is a financial intermediary service The Disability Trust offers under the NDIS to participants who have their NDIS funds set as plan managed.

We have one full-time traineeship available on a 12-month maximum term contract within the Plan Management team. As the Finance Trainee you will complete a Certificate III qualification in Accounts Administration over a 12-month period. Over the course of your traineeship, you will gain valuable experience working within a fast paced, dynamic team, being exposed to a range of finance functions. You will contribute to a variety of business processes and provide administrative support to the team. In this role, you will be working in the office Monday to Friday, and the base salary is $68, plus 12% superannuation).

A Traineeship Offers You
  • a nationally recognised qualification
  • a mentor during your traineeship
  • internal training opportunities
  • dedicated study time to complete theory-based training
  • career progression and external incentives and benefits.
As The Successful Candidate, You Will Have
  • Enthusiasm and aptitude for developing workplace skills that will help to launch long-term career goals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional, can-do attitude.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, working in an efficient and accurate manner.
  • Strong time-management skills to work effectively alongside your team as you manage multiple priorities.
  • Proven computer savvy skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of programs and ability to work across multiple internal systems.
  • Dedication and commitment to complete all required for the completion of your traineeship.

The successful candidate will also need to have a clear and valid NSW Working with Children Check and an NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencing with The Disability Trust.

Why You'll Love Us
  • Take advantage of not-for-profit salary packaging options (up to $15,900 in tax free earning potential).
  • You'll work from a modern office near central Wollongong, with free onsite parking.
  • Enjoy extra rest and recreation with 5 weeks of annual leave per year.
  • Exclusive access to our Fitness Passport Program, enjoy unlimited access to multiple pools and gyms at a discounted rate.
  • We offer flexible public holiday leave options to celebrate recognised days of religious or cultural significance.
  • Never stop learning with our abundance of professional development opportunities.
  • Celebrate success through our reward and recognition programs.
  • You'll have access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and members of your immediate family.
How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for the role, please apply below by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining what you will bring to the role and how your skills and experience match the above criteria. For any queries about the role, please contact Paulette Hamilton, Manager - Plan Management & Accounts Payable, via e: ***************

Applications close Monday 25 August 2025 at 5:00pm. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as applications are received.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Internship
  • Employment type: Other
  • Job function: Finance and Sales
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