Cadet - Project Accountant

The Package: $820.60 - $1,206.09 gross per week + 11% super. (Evaluated as a Trainee Grade of the QPRC Salary System 2023). Full-time – 35 hours per week. Are you looking to kickstart your career in the field of finance within an operationally diverse local government organisation? This cadetship allows you to gain valuable industry experience whilst having 100% of your study expenses covered! This is an opportunity for someone who is eligible to enrol in university or is in their first/second year of their Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant finance-related field. Council will meet the costs of university fees and costs associated with resources such as textbooks. Four hours of study leave will be provided during work hours per week. Position Overview: This role is primarily to support an individual interested in the field of finance and accounting through provision of valuable industry experience within local government whilst supporting the completion of a tertiary qualification. This involves supporting the Financial Performance team in the delivery of high-quality financial services to Council including supporting with financial budgeting, monitoring, forecasting and reporting for Council’s financial position and performance. This role will participate in understanding and promoting Council’s financial performance objectives and deliver various projects associated with enhancing Council’s financial performance. Who we are looking for: Council is seeking a student that satisfies enrolment in or is engaged in ongoing studies for a relevant bachelor’s degree in a finance-related discipline through an approved Australian university. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with aptitude in learning, with strong communication skills and capable to work independently and as part of a team. Working with us: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience whilst receiving support to attain a tertiary qualification. Council also offers numerous professional development opportunities and also offer various health and wellbeing programs. QPRC boasts an inclusive and supportive workplace. If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact: Wayne Blakey Coordinator, Financial Performance (02) 6285 6227 Closing date: 9:00am Monday 26 February 2024