Finance Trainee
Level 1 - $45,837.90- $81,117.20 per annum + 12% superannuation + Cert IV Accounting/Bookkeeping
12 month Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract

Your Traineeship

As a Finance Trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting the Town's financial operations. This role offers practical exposure to finance administration, reporting, and reconciliation, while working toward a nationally recognised qualification (Cert IV in Accounting/Bookkeeping).

What You'll Be Doing

As a Finance Trainee, you'll work closely with the Manager Financial Services and the broader Finance team to support day-to-day operations.

You'll be:

• Assisting with finance administration, including data entry and document management
• Supporting monthly financial reporting using complex spreadsheets
• Helping reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records
• Assisting with back-office receipting and maintaining the General Ledger
• Participating in ad-hoc finance projects and audits, including cash float register checks

This position is based on a fixed-term opportunity of 12 months whilst you complete your Cert IV Accounting/Bookkeeping as part of a traineeship. You'll also be working alongside experienced team members every step of the way.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Current 'C' class drivers license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary, our Finance Trainee will be entitled to a range of benefits including:

• Superannuation - 12% employer contribution, with the option to increase to 14%
• Wellness Allowance - $300 on a pre-loaded mastercard for full-time employees after probation (and annually thereafter)
• Generous Leave - 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• National Qualification - Earn a recognised qualification (Cert IV Accounting/Bookkeeping)
• Weekly Study Day - Dedicated time each week for your learning
• Wellness Program - Free gym & pool access, fresh fruit in offices, and family support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging - Boost your take-home pay with flexible options
• Personal Leave - Accrued paid leave for when you need it
• Health Discounts - Save with Medibank or BUPA private health cover
• Uniform Allowance - Up to $400 annually to keep you work-ready

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721
Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.
Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.
For further information about this position please contact .au
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Tuesday 30th September 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities