That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Cadet - Finance. Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that. Join us as a Cadet in our Financial Operations branch and develop your skills and future career. As a Finance Cadet within the Organisational Performance division, you will gain hands-on experience across various financial functions including revenue, statutory, and management accounting. This role is designed for a university student within the final two years of a Bachelor of Accounting (or similar), offering a structured learning environment that blends academic study with practical, on-the-job training. The cadet will support financial operations, data analysis, compliance, and reporting while contributing to a collaborative and professional team environment. You'll find growth through:

• Assisting with financial reconciliations, reporting, and maintaining accurate transaction records.
• Supporting the preparation of financial statements and analysis of data trends and variances.
• Contributing to audit preparation, compliance documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
• Engaging in continuous learning while working towards completing a Bachelor of Accounting (or similar).

  To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Within the final two years of completing a Bachelor of Accounting or a related discipline
• Willingness to learn and commit to a structured cadetship program.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
• Strong computer skills.

We would also love you to have:

• Previous administrative or customer service experience in a professional environment

  Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career. This position offers an attractive weekly salary ranging depending on year of study of $1,124.90. To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Chief Financial Officer on 02 6801 4281 to make an enquiry. If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now! Applications close 9:00am, Wednesday 28 January 2026Please Note: Notifications are primarily system generated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and required information.   At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care. You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

 Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.