Financial Development Cadet

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeAccountant Full time $58,494 - $110,000

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in New South Wales with culturally, socially and economically diverse communities.

We deliver 28 key services to over 380,000 residents including childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres.

As a Cadet Accountant you will support a range of finance and accounting functions across the council allowing you to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills in local government finance.

Duties will include:

  • Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the council's financial ledgers
  • SUPPORTING TREASURY FUNCTIONS CASH MANAGEMENT AND STATUTORY REPORTING
  • Preparing the council's annual budget and monthly financial performance reports
  • Processing general ledger journals and maintaining asset register data
  • ASSISTING WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL AUDIT ACTIVITIES
  • Providing support across finance areas including Accounts Payable, Receivable, Treasury, Taxation and Rates
  • Undertaking other duties as directed by the Team Leader Financial Processes

You will have:

  • Completed or be completing tertiary studies in Accounting, Commerce, Business or Finance
  • Good attention to detail, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and email
  • Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Motivated and eager to learn, with interest in local government finance
  • Work experience or understanding of finance/accounting processes is desirable

The salary for this opportunity starts at $58,494 (T8) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

A supportive and professional team environment where learning and development are encouraged

Flexible work arrangements to support your study commitments

Exposure to a wide range of financial functions within local government

Access to the council's Health and Wellbeing Programs

An opportunity to contribute to one of Sydney's most diverse and vibrant communities

Apply via the 'Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team.

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK FULL-TIME.

THE POSITION IS BASED IN SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Finance Team as a Cadet Accountant and gain hands-on experience in local government finance.

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